US Bridges

Scott Road over Econfina Creek

PoorClosed to traffic

Bay County, Florida · 3.0 MI West US231/SR75 · Structure no. 464423

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
90 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
66
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Scott Road over Econfina Creek is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Scott Road over Econfina Creek in Bay County, Florida. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 1 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. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 66 vehicles a day, projected to reach 73 by 2039. The structure is 90 ft (27.3 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesScott Road
CrossesEconfina Creek
Location3.0 MI West US231/SR75
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.55525, -85.43517
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck1 Imminent FailureMajor deterioration or section loss present in critical structural components. Bridge is closed to traffic but corrective action may put it back in light service.
Superstructure1 Imminent FailureMajor deterioration or section loss present in critical structural components. Bridge is closed to traffic but corrective action may put it back in light service.
Substructure1 Imminent FailureMajor deterioration or section loss present in critical structural components. Bridge is closed to traffic but corrective action may put it back in light service.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating15 US tons
Inventory rating11 US tons

Structure

MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans8
Design loadHL 93
Structure length90 ft (27.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width16 ft (4.9 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic66 (2019)
Projected traffic73 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Scott Road over Econfina Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Scott Road over Econfina 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Scott Road over Econfina Creek carry?

About 66 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Scott Road over Econfina Creek?

The structure is 90 ft (27.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Scott Road over Econfina Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.