SR-37 over Payne Creek
FairPolk County, Florida · 1.2MI S of SR-674 · Structure no. 160155
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR-37 over Payne Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR-37 over Payne Creek in Polk County, Florida. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 54 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,400 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,899 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR-37 over Payne Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is SR-37 over Payne Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does SR-37 over Payne Creek carry?
About 3,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.
How long is SR-37 over Payne Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR-37 over Payne Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.