CR-48 over Big Prairie Canal
FairSumter County, Florida · 1.5 Mi. East of CR-469 · Structure no. 184005
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR-48 over Big Prairie Canal is a concrete culvert carrying CR-48 over Big Prairie Canal in Sumter County, Florida. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 3,700 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,420 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR-48 over Big Prairie Canal built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR-48 over Big Prairie 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does CR-48 over Big Prairie Canal carry?
About 3,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is CR-48 over Big Prairie Canal?
The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns CR-48 over Big Prairie Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.