Sr-72 over Big Slough Canal

Good Condition55 years old2,900 vehicles/day

Location

StateFlorida
CountySarasota
Location10.8 Mi E Of Myakka River
CarriesSr-72
CrossesBig Slough Canal
Coordinates27.19333, -82.14444

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignSlab
Total Length150.9 ft (46 m)
Max Span30.5 ft (9.3 m)
Deck Width42.0 ft (12.8 m)
Deck Area588.8 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1971

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,900 (2025)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection125
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number170049

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