SR 570 Polk EB 0.5 over CR 542 & CSX Railroad
GoodPolk County, Florida · 0.4 MI S of I-4 West Int · Structure no. 160243
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 226 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- State Toll Authority
About this bridge
SR 570 Polk EB 0.5 over CR 542 & CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 570 Polk EB 0.5 over CR 542 & CSX Railroad in Polk County, Florida. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 18,100 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,404 by 2044. The structure is 226 ft (69 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 570 Polk EB 0.5 over CR 542 & CSX Railroad built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 570 Polk EB 0.5 over CR 542 & CSX Railroad 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SR 570 Polk EB 0.5 over CR 542 & CSX Railroad carry?
About 18,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is SR 570 Polk EB 0.5 over CR 542 & CSX Railroad?
The structure is 226 ft (69 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns SR 570 Polk EB 0.5 over CR 542 & CSX Railroad?
It is owned by the State Toll Authority.