Sr-70 over Joshua Creek

Fair Condition67 years old13,600 vehicles/day

Location

StateFlorida
CountyDeSoto
Location4.4 Mi E Of Sr-31
CarriesSr-70
CrossesJoshua Creek
Coordinates27.20869, -81.75879

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway9 (Excellent)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignSlab
Total Length120.1 ft (36.6 m)
Max Span20.0 ft (6.1 m)
Deck Width33.8 ft (10.3 m)
Deck Area377.0 sq m
Main Spans6
Year Built1959

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic13,600 (2024)
Truck Traffic15%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number040027

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