Knights Trail Road over Thaos Passing
GoodSarasota County, Florida · 4.3 MI North of Laurel RD · Structure no. 174091
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,800
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Knights Trail Road over Thaos Passing is a concrete culvert carrying Knights Trail Road over Thaos Passing in Sarasota County, Florida. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 5,800 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,063 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Knights Trail Road over Thaos Passing built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Knights Trail Road over Thaos Passing 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Knights Trail Road over Thaos Passing carry?
About 5,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is Knights Trail Road over Thaos Passing?
The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.9 m).
Who owns Knights Trail Road over Thaos Passing?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.