US Bridges

US231 SR75 over Econfina Creek

Fair

Bay County, Florida · 0.2 Mi. S. of Jackson C/L · Structure no. 460039

Built
1951
74 years old, rebuilt 1979
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
63 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,700
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US231 SR75 over Econfina Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US231 SR75 over Econfina Creek in Bay County, Florida. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 74 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 6,700 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,591 by 2045. The structure is 63 ft (19.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

Location

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CarriesUS231 SR75
CrossesEconfina Creek
Location0.2 Mi. S. of Jackson C/L
RouteU.S. Route 231
CountyBay County
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.56284, -85.38865
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length63 ft (19.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,700 (2023)
Projected traffic11,591 by 2045
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate 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 US231 SR75 over Econfina Creek built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.

What condition is US231 SR75 over Econfina Creek 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US231 SR75 over Econfina Creek carry?

About 6,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US231 SR75 over Econfina Creek?

The structure is 63 ft (19.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns US231 SR75 over Econfina Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.