Tropicaire Blvd over Creighton Canal
GoodSarasota County, Florida · 2.5 MI E of Sumter Blvd · Structure no. 175045
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,300
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Tropicaire Blvd over Creighton Canal is a concrete culvert carrying Tropicaire Blvd over Creighton 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 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.
It carries about 5,300 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,196 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Tropicaire Blvd over Creighton Canal built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Tropicaire Blvd over Creighton Canal 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Tropicaire Blvd over Creighton Canal carry?
About 5,300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Tropicaire Blvd over Creighton Canal?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns Tropicaire Blvd over Creighton Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.