SR71 over Pitts Creek
FairCalhoun County, Florida · 1.0MI South of CR392 · Structure no. 470004
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR71 over Pitts Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR71 over Pitts Creek in Calhoun County, Florida. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 1,800 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,123 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR71 over Pitts Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR71 over Pitts 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does SR71 over Pitts Creek carry?
About 1,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is SR71 over Pitts Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR71 over Pitts Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.