US Bridges

SR20 over Spring Branch

Good

Bay County, Florida · 8.4 Miles East of SR77 · Structure no. 460034

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,074
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR20 over Spring Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR20 over Spring Branch in Bay County, Florida. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 3,074 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,333 by 2044. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

CarriesSR20
CrossesSpring Branch
Location8.4 Miles East of SR77
RouteState Highway 20
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.43092, -85.54733
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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 rating71 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,074 (2022)
Projected traffic5,333 by 2044
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 SR20 over Spring Branch built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR20 over Spring 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR20 over Spring Branch carry?

About 3,074 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SR20 over Spring Branch?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SR20 over Spring Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.