US Bridges

US-17 (SR-15) over Governors Creek

Fair

Clay County, Florida · 1.239 Mi. N. of SR-16 · Structure no. 710006

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
330 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
27,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-17 (SR-15) over Governors Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US-17 (SR-15) over Governors Creek in Clay 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 27,500 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,712 by 2044. The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-17 (SR-15)
CrossesGovernors Creek
Location1.239 Mi. N. of SR-16
RouteU.S. Route 17
CountyClay County
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.0063, -81.69088
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73.1 US tons
Inventory rating56.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans10
Design loadHS 20
Structure length330 ft (100.6 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.1 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.3 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,500 (2022)
Projected traffic47,712 by 2044
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-17 (SR-15) over Governors Creek built?

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

What condition is US-17 (SR-15) over Governors 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US-17 (SR-15) over Governors Creek carry?

About 27,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US-17 (SR-15) over Governors Creek?

The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns US-17 (SR-15) over Governors Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.