US231 SR75 over Little Bear Creek
PoorBay County, Florida · 4.6 Miles South of SR20 · Structure no. 460044
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,896
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US231 SR75 over Little Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US231 SR75 over Little Bear Creek in Bay County, Florida. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1973, 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 15,896 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,500 by 2045. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US231 SR75 over Little Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is US231 SR75 over Little Bear Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does US231 SR75 over Little Bear Creek carry?
About 15,896 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US231 SR75 over Little Bear Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US231 SR75 over Little Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.