US-27 (SR-20) over Santa Fe River
FairAlachua County, Florida · 2 Mi. Nw. of High Springs · Structure no. 260006
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1965
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 215 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,600
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-27 (SR-20) over Santa Fe River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-27 (SR-20) over Santa Fe River in Alachua County, Florida. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 93 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 9,600 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,656 by 2044. The structure is 215 ft (65.5 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-27 (SR-20) over Santa Fe River built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.
What condition is US-27 (SR-20) over Santa Fe River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does US-27 (SR-20) over Santa Fe River carry?
About 9,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US-27 (SR-20) over Santa Fe River?
The structure is 215 ft (65.5 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US-27 (SR-20) over Santa Fe River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.