US Bridges

Azinger Way over Main Canal B

GoodPosted for load

Sarasota County, Florida · Entry Bobbyjonesgolfclub · Structure no. 175760

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
73 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,800
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Azinger Way over Main Canal B is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Azinger Way over Main Canal B in Sarasota County, Florida. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,858 by 2044. The structure is 73 ft (22.2 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesAzinger Way
CrossesMain Canal B
LocationEntry Bobbyjonesgolfclub
RouteCity Street 0
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.34598, -82.4886
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating27.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length73 ft (22.2 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.2 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,800 (2024)
Projected traffic4,858 by 2044
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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 Azinger Way over Main Canal B built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is Azinger Way over Main Canal B 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Azinger Way over Main Canal B carry?

About 2,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Azinger Way over Main Canal B?

The structure is 73 ft (22.2 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Azinger Way over Main Canal B?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.