SR-471 over Withlacoochee River
FairSumter County, Florida · 4.4 Mi. N of US-98 · Structure no. 180023
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 324 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR-471 over Withlacoochee River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR-471 over Withlacoochee River in Sumter County, Florida. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 4,300 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,460 by 2044. The structure is 324 ft (98.8 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR-471 over Withlacoochee River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR-471 over Withlacoochee River 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does SR-471 over Withlacoochee River carry?
About 4,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is SR-471 over Withlacoochee River?
The structure is 324 ft (98.8 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns SR-471 over Withlacoochee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.