Palmer Blvd. over Central Pond
FairSarasota County, Florida · 0.4MI East of Apex Rd. · Structure no. 174096
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,700
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Palmer Blvd. over Central Pond is a concrete culvert carrying Palmer Blvd. over Central Pond in Sarasota County, Florida. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 5 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 6,700 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,625 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Palmer Blvd. over Central Pond built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is Palmer Blvd. over Central Pond 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Palmer Blvd. over Central Pond carry?
About 6,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Palmer Blvd. over Central Pond?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m).
Who owns Palmer Blvd. over Central Pond?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.