US-41 Bypass over Hatchett Creek
FairSarasota County, Florida · 200FT. N of Venice Ave. · Structure no. 170045
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 2017
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-41 Bypass over Hatchett Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-41 Bypass over Hatchett Creek in Sarasota County, Florida. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 59 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 36,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 62,460 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-41 Bypass over Hatchett Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.
What condition is US-41 Bypass over Hatchett Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does US-41 Bypass over Hatchett Creek carry?
About 36,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US-41 Bypass over Hatchett Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns US-41 Bypass over Hatchett Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.