South River Road over Branch of Myakka River
GoodSarasota County, Florida · 100FT S/O US-41 · Structure no. 170055
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
South River Road over Branch of Myakka River is a concrete culvert carrying South River Road over Branch of Myakka River in Sarasota County, Florida. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 60 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 13,500 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,423 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South River Road over Branch of Myakka River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is South River Road over Branch of Myakka River 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 March 2025.
How much traffic does South River Road over Branch of Myakka River carry?
About 13,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is South River Road over Branch of Myakka River?
The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns South River Road over Branch of Myakka River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.