I-4 (SR-400)
I-4 (SR-400) in 4.2mi East Of I-75, Hillsborough County, Florida received a condition grade of F (0/100). Built in 1998, the bridge carries 139K vehicles daily on I-4 (SR-400) over Baker Canal. It is classified as structurally deficient.
I-4 (SR-400) carries an F on the BridgeSafety Condition Score with 0/100 — the bottom tier of the FHWA NBI distribution. Component ratings flag the structure for near-term rehabilitation or replacement; the bridge may remain open to traffic but is on the priority list for action.
The bridge was built in 1998, making it 28 years old — past the early-life period but still well within typical service life. Routine inspections and modest repair work are normal for bridges in this age band. I-4 (SR-400) carries an average daily traffic count of 139,000 vehicles, with 7 lane(s) crossing Baker Canal. The owning agency is State Highway Agency; bridge inspection records flow into the federal NBI database annually.
Component Ratings
The riding surface, evaluated for cracking, spalling, and wear
Beams, girders, and trusses that support the deck
Piers, abutments, and foundations below the deck
Bridge Details
About This Bridge
I-4 (SR-400) is a 28-year-old bridge located 4.2mi East Of I-75 in Hillsborough County, Florida. The bridge carries I-4 (SR-400) over Baker Canal with 7 traffic lanes, handling approximately 139K vehicles per day. Built in 1998, the structure spans 16.9 meters.
The bridge received a Condition Grade of F (0/100) based on Federal Highway Administration inspection data. Its deck is rated 0/9 (serious), superstructure 0/9 (serious), and substructure 0/9 (serious). The bridge is classified as structurally deficient, meaning at least one major component is rated 4 or below, this signals a need for repair or replacement but does not necessarily indicate an immediate safety hazard.
This bridge is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.
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Frequently Asked Questions
I-4 (SR-400) has a Condition Score of 0/100 (Grade F). Its deck is rated 0/9, superstructure 0/9, and substructure 0/9 on the NBI scale. The bridge is classified as structurally deficient.
I-4 (SR-400) was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The average bridge age in the United States is 48 years.
I-4 (SR-400) carries approximately 139K vehicles per day (average daily traffic). The bridge has 7 traffic lanes. It is 16.9 meters long and located on I-4 (SR-400) in 4.2mi East Of I-75, Hillsborough County, Florida.
Yes, I-4 (SR-400) is classified as structurally deficient because at least one of its primary components (deck, superstructure, or substructure) is rated 4 or below on the 0-9 NBI scale. This does not necessarily mean it is unsafe, but it requires significant repair or replacement.
I-4 (SR-400) is located 4.2mi East Of I-75 in Hillsborough County, Florida. The bridge carries I-4 (SR-400) over Baker Canal. Its coordinates are 28.019356, -82.259636. It is maintained by State Highway Agency.
I-4 (SR-400) carries I-4 (SR-400) over Baker Canal. The bridge is 16.9 meters long and was built in 1998.
Condition Score is calculated from deck (33%), superstructure (33%), and substructure (34%) NBI ratings with an age penalty for bridges over 50 years.
Source: FHWA National Bridge Inventory, 2026.