Shepherd Rd. over Poley Creek
GoodPolk County, Florida · 2.8 MI West of SR-37 · Structure no. 164531
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Shepherd Rd. over Poley Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Shepherd Rd. over Poley Creek in Polk County, Florida. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 18,800 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,619 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Shepherd Rd. over Poley Creek built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shepherd Rd. over Poley 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Shepherd Rd. over Poley Creek carry?
About 18,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Shepherd Rd. over Poley Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Shepherd Rd. over Poley Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.