I-275 SB over Tampa Bay

Fair Condition58 years old35,250 vehicles/day

Location

StateFlorida
CountyManatee
Location0.7 Mi S Of Skyway Bridge
CarriesI-275 SB
CrossesTampa Bay
Coordinates27.58659, -82.62049

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical7 — Countermeasures installed

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length337.6 ft (102.9 m)
Max Span48.2 ft (14.7 m)
Deck Width43.0 ft (13.1 m)
Deck Area1348.0 sq m
Main Spans7
Year Built1968 (reconstructed 1989)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic35,250 (2025)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection125
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number130951

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