US Bridges

E. Caldwell Blvd over CSX RR

Good

Polk County, Florida · 0.3 MI West of US-17 · Structure no. 164532

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
197 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,580
2025 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

E. Caldwell Blvd over CSX RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying E. Caldwell Blvd over CSX RR in Polk County, Florida. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 6,580 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,417 by 2045. The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).

CarriesE. Caldwell Blvd
CrossesCSX RR
Location0.3 MI West of US-17
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateFlorida
Coordinates28.20094, -81.58675
Functional classRural Local

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.4 US tons
Inventory rating41.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length197 ft (60 m)
Longest span116 ft (35.4 m)
Deck width94 ft (28.7 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,580 (2025)
Projected traffic11,417 by 2045
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed5.6 mi (9 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 E. Caldwell Blvd over CSX RR built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is E. Caldwell Blvd over CSX RR 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does E. Caldwell Blvd over CSX RR carry?

About 6,580 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is E. Caldwell Blvd over CSX RR?

The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long with a longest span of 116 ft (35.4 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.

Who owns E. Caldwell Blvd over CSX RR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.