US-41 (SR-45) SB over Myakka River
FairSarasota County, Florida · 0.5MI S of River RD · Structure no. 170117
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- 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) SB over Myakka River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-41 (SR-45) SB 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 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 17,750 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,796 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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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-41 (SR-45) SB 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) SB over Myakka River 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 2025.
How much traffic does US-41 (SR-45) SB 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) SB 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) SB over Myakka River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.