US Bridges

I-10 (SR-8) over Cypress Branch

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Baker County, Florida · 0.5MI. W of EB Rest Area · Structure no. 270060

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
25,243
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-10 (SR-8) over Cypress Branch is a concrete culvert carrying I-10 (SR-8) over Cypress Branch in Baker County, Florida. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 25,243 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,797 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesI-10 (SR-8)
CrossesCypress Branch
Location0.5MI. W of EB Rest Area
RouteInterstate 10
CountyBaker County
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.25395, -82.41206
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83.2 US tons
Inventory rating53.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,243 (2022)
Projected traffic43,797 by 2044
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-10 (SR-8) over Cypress Branch built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-10 (SR-8) over Cypress Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does I-10 (SR-8) over Cypress Branch carry?

About 25,243 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is I-10 (SR-8) over Cypress Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I-10 (SR-8) over Cypress Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.