Biscayne DR over Myakkahatchee Creek
FairSarasota County, Florida · 0.5 MI South of US-41 · Structure no. 175007
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 210 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,100
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Biscayne DR over Myakkahatchee Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Biscayne DR over Myakkahatchee Creek in Sarasota County, Florida. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5,100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,849 by 2042. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 31 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Biscayne DR over Myakkahatchee Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Biscayne DR over Myakkahatchee 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 Biscayne DR over Myakkahatchee Creek carry?
About 5,100 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Biscayne DR over Myakkahatchee Creek?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Biscayne DR over Myakkahatchee Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.