US-41 (SR-45) NB over Myakka River
GoodSarasota County, Florida · 0.5MI S of River Road · Structure no. 170116
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 372 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,750
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-41 (SR-45) NB over Myakka River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-41 (SR-45) NB over Myakka River in Sarasota County, Florida. It was built in 1977 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 48 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 17,750 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,188 by 2042. The structure is 372 ft (113.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-41 (SR-45) NB over Myakka River built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is US-41 (SR-45) NB over 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 US-41 (SR-45) NB over Myakka River carry?
About 17,750 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US-41 (SR-45) NB over Myakka River?
The structure is 372 ft (113.5 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US-41 (SR-45) NB over Myakka River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.