Tropicaire Blvd over Cosmic Canal
FairSarasota County, Florida · 1.7 MI E of Sumter Blvd · Structure no. 175044
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,300
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Tropicaire Blvd over Cosmic Canal is a concrete culvert carrying Tropicaire Blvd over Cosmic Canal in Sarasota County, Florida. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 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 5,300 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,196 by 2044. The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Tropicaire Blvd over Cosmic Canal built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Tropicaire Blvd over Cosmic Canal 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 Tropicaire Blvd over Cosmic Canal carry?
About 5,300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Tropicaire Blvd over Cosmic Canal?
The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns Tropicaire Blvd over Cosmic Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.