US Bridges

US-19 (SR-55) over Long Creek

Good

Dixie County, Florida · Cross City N. City Limit · Structure no. 300026

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,900
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-19 (SR-55) over Long Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-19 (SR-55) over Long Creek in Dixie County, Florida. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 5,900 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,237 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).

CarriesUS-19 (SR-55)
CrossesLong Creek
LocationCross City N. City Limit
RouteU.S. Route 19
StateFlorida
Coordinates29.63766, -83.13555
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 inspectionApril 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 rating79.9 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,900 (2023)
Projected traffic10,237 by 2042
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.2 mi (55 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-19 (SR-55) over Long Creek built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-19 (SR-55) over Long 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US-19 (SR-55) over Long Creek carry?

About 5,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US-19 (SR-55) over Long Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-19 (SR-55) over Long Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.