CR-542 over Cow Patty Drain
GoodPolk County, Florida · 0.7 MI W of Airport RD · Structure no. 160091
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR-542 over Cow Patty Drain is a concrete culvert carrying CR-542 over Cow Patty Drain in Polk County, Florida. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,032 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR-542 over Cow Patty Drain built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR-542 over Cow Patty Drain in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does CR-542 over Cow Patty Drain carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is CR-542 over Cow Patty Drain?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns CR-542 over Cow Patty Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.