SR-72 over Big Slough Branch
FairSarasota County, Florida · 10.1MI E of Myakka River · Structure no. 170048
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2025 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR-72 over Big Slough Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR-72 over Big Slough Branch in Sarasota County, Florida. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,031 by 2045. The structure is 55 ft (16.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR-72 over Big Slough Branch built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR-72 over Big Slough Branch 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does SR-72 over Big Slough Branch carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR-72 over Big Slough Branch?
The structure is 55 ft (16.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).
Who owns SR-72 over Big Slough Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.