Fruitville Road over Indian Creek
GoodSarasota County, Florida · 8.1 MI E of I-75 · Structure no. 170028
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Fruitville Road over Indian Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Fruitville Road over Indian Creek in Sarasota County, Florida. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 5,200 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,022 by 2044. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fruitville Road over Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fruitville Road over Indian 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Fruitville Road over Indian Creek carry?
About 5,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Fruitville Road over Indian Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.5 m).
Who owns Fruitville Road over Indian Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.