Blvd of Presidents over Polk Canal
FairSarasota County, Florida · 0.2 MI S of ST Armand Cir · Structure no. 175600
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 181 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,320
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Blvd of Presidents over Polk Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Blvd of Presidents over Polk Canal in Sarasota County, Florida. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 2,320 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,025 by 2044. The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long and 43 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Blvd of Presidents over Polk Canal built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blvd of Presidents over Polk 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Blvd of Presidents over Polk Canal carry?
About 2,320 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Blvd of Presidents over Polk Canal?
The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Blvd of Presidents over Polk Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.