US Bridges

US 41 (sr 45) over Shakett Creek

Fair

Sarasota County, Florida · 1.0 MI N of Bus US 41 · Structure no. 170172

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
113 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
49,000
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 41 (sr 45) over Shakett Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 41 (sr 45) over Shakett Creek in Sarasota County, Florida. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 49,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 85,015 by 2045. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 131 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 41 (sr 45)
CrossesShakett Creek
Location1.0 MI N of Bus US 41
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.11977, -82.45211
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.1 US tons
Inventory rating39.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length113 ft (34.4 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.5 m)
Deck width131 ft (40 m)
Roadway width113 ft (34.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic49,000 (2025)
Projected traffic85,015 by 2045
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 41 (sr 45) over Shakett Creek built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 41 (sr 45) over Shakett 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US 41 (sr 45) over Shakett Creek carry?

About 49,000 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 41 (sr 45) over Shakett Creek?

The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.5 m) and a deck 131 ft wide.

Who owns US 41 (sr 45) over Shakett Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.