Laurel Road over Shackett Creek
GoodSarasota County, Florida · 0.1MI W of Albee Farm Rd. · Structure no. 174079
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 161 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,200
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Laurel Road over Shackett Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Laurel Road over Shackett Creek in Sarasota County, Florida. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 15,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,900 by 2042. The structure is 161 ft (49 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Laurel Road over Shackett Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Laurel Road over Shackett Creek 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Laurel Road over Shackett Creek carry?
About 15,200 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Laurel Road over Shackett Creek?
The structure is 161 ft (49 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.4 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.
Who owns Laurel Road over Shackett Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.