Sr-70 over Buzzards Roost Branch

Fair Condition71 years old5,416 vehicles/day

Location

StateFlorida
CountyDeSoto
Location7.8 Mi West Of Sr-72
CarriesSr-70
CrossesBuzzards Roost Branch
Coordinates27.26918, -82.00125

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Culvert6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignCulvert
Total Length25.6 ft (7.8 m)
Max Span7.9 ft (2.4 m)
Deck Area81.1 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1955 (reconstructed 2003)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,416 (2024)
Truck Traffic25%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number040017

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