US Bridges

Chamberlain Blvd. over Cocoplum Waterway

GoodPosted for load

Sarasota County, Florida · 160FT N of Hillsborough B · Structure no. 175004

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
165 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
5,800
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Chamberlain Blvd. over Cocoplum Waterway is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Chamberlain Blvd. over Cocoplum Waterway in Sarasota County, Florida. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 5,800 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,063 by 2044. The structure is 165 ft (50.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesChamberlain Blvd.
CrossesCocoplum Waterway
Location160FT N of Hillsborough B
RouteCity Street 0
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.03342, -82.18344
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length165 ft (50.4 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.1 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,800 (2024)
Projected traffic10,063 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Chamberlain Blvd. over Cocoplum Waterway built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Chamberlain Blvd. over Cocoplum Waterway 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 Chamberlain Blvd. over Cocoplum Waterway carry?

About 5,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Chamberlain Blvd. over Cocoplum Waterway?

The structure is 165 ft (50.4 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Chamberlain Blvd. over Cocoplum Waterway?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.