US-41 (SR-45) over Alligator Creek
FairSarasota County, Florida · 1.2MI S of US-41 Bypass · Structure no. 170166
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 114 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 46,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-41 (SR-45) over Alligator Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-41 (SR-45) over Alligator Creek in Sarasota County, Florida. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger 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 46,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 79,810 by 2042. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 117 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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) over Alligator Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-41 (SR-45) over Alligator 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 (SR-45) over Alligator Creek carry?
About 46,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US-41 (SR-45) over Alligator Creek?
The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.
Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over Alligator Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.