US Bridges

US-17 (SR-15) over Hallerd Creek

Good

Clay County, Florida · 150 Ft. N. of CR-226 E. · Structure no. 710044

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,500
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-17 (SR-15) over Hallerd Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-17 (SR-15) over Hallerd Creek in Clay County, Florida. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 63 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 10,500 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,218 by 2045. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS-17 (SR-15)
CrossesHallerd Creek
Location150 Ft. N. of CR-226 E.
RouteU.S. Route 17
StateFlorida
Coordinates29.92086, -81.68286
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.9 US tons
Inventory rating40.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,500 (2023)
Projected traffic18,218 by 2045
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is US-17 (SR-15) over Hallerd Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

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

About 10,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

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

The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.