Pan American Blvd. over Myakka Creek
FairSarasota County, Florida · 0.1 MI North of US-41 · Structure no. 175001
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 84 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,900
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pan American Blvd. over Myakka Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Pan American Blvd. over Myakka Creek in Sarasota County, Florida. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older 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 4,900 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,502 by 2042. The structure is 84 ft (25.5 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pan American Blvd. over Myakka Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Pan American Blvd. over Myakka 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Pan American Blvd. over Myakka Creek carry?
About 4,900 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Pan American Blvd. over Myakka Creek?
The structure is 84 ft (25.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Pan American Blvd. over Myakka Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.