US Bridges

US-17 NB (SR-35) over CSX R/R

Good

Polk County, Florida · 5.0 MI S of US-98 · Structure no. 160233

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
209 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,767
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-17 NB (SR-35) over CSX R/R is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-17 NB (SR-35) over CSX R/R in Polk County, Florida. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 6,767 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,740 by 2044. The structure is 209 ft (63.6 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS-17 NB (SR-35)
CrossesCSX R/R
Location5.0 MI S of US-98
RouteU.S. Route 17
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.68285, -81.81579
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.9 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length209 ft (63.6 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,767 (2024)
Projected traffic11,740 by 2044
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-17 NB (SR-35) over CSX R/R built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-17 NB (SR-35) over CSX R/R 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US-17 NB (SR-35) over CSX R/R carry?

About 6,767 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US-17 NB (SR-35) over CSX R/R?

The structure is 209 ft (63.6 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US-17 NB (SR-35) over CSX R/R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.