Beneva Rd. CR 773 over Gulfgate Canal
GoodSarasota County, Florida · 1.5 MI S/O SR-72 · Structure no. 174053
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Beneva Rd. CR 773 over Gulfgate Canal is a concrete culvert carrying Beneva Rd. CR 773 over Gulfgate Canal in Sarasota County, Florida. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 65 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 21,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,303 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 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 Beneva Rd. CR 773 over Gulfgate Canal built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is Beneva Rd. CR 773 over Gulfgate Canal 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Beneva Rd. CR 773 over Gulfgate Canal carry?
About 21,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Beneva Rd. CR 773 over Gulfgate Canal?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.5 m).
Who owns Beneva Rd. CR 773 over Gulfgate Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.