Walker Road over Itchepackesassa Creek
GoodPolk County, Florida · 0.8 Mi. South of CR 582 · Structure no. 164117
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 69 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,386
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Walker Road over Itchepackesassa Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Walker Road over Itchepackesassa Creek in Polk County, Florida. It was built in 1946 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 79 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 2,386 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,140 by 2042. The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Walker Road over Itchepackesassa Creek built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is Walker Road over Itchepackesassa Creek 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 Walker Road over Itchepackesassa Creek carry?
About 2,386 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Walker Road over Itchepackesassa Creek?
The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.5 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Walker Road over Itchepackesassa Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.