US Bridges

US-17 (US-92) over Herbs Lost Creek

Fair

Polk County, Florida · 2.2 MI South of CR-54 · Structure no. 160187

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,500
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-17 (US-92) over Herbs Lost Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-17 (US-92) over Herbs Lost Creek in Polk County, Florida. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 91 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 20,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,568 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.3 mi (15 km).

CarriesUS-17 (US-92)
CrossesHerbs Lost Creek
Location2.2 MI South of CR-54
RouteU.S. Route 17
StateFlorida
Coordinates28.20999, -81.57565
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.8 US tons
Inventory rating26.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,500 (2024)
Projected traffic35,568 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.3 mi (15 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-17 (US-92) over Herbs Lost Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is US-17 (US-92) over Herbs Lost 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US-17 (US-92) over Herbs Lost Creek carry?

About 20,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US-17 (US-92) over Herbs Lost Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns US-17 (US-92) over Herbs Lost Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.