US Bridges

US-1 (SR-5) over Big Davis Creek

Fair

Duval County, Florida · 1.4 Mi. S. of SR-9A · Structure no. 720019

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
27,000
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-1 (SR-5) over Big Davis Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-1 (SR-5) over Big Davis Creek in Duval County, Florida. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 91 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 27,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,845 by 2045. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS-1 (SR-5)
CrossesBig Davis Creek
Location1.4 Mi. S. of SR-9A
RouteU.S. Route 1
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.15181, -81.52598
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.2 US tons
Inventory rating34.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic27,000 (2023)
Projected traffic46,845 by 2045
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-1 (SR-5) over Big Davis Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.

What condition is US-1 (SR-5) over Big Davis 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US-1 (SR-5) over Big Davis Creek carry?

About 27,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US-1 (SR-5) over Big Davis Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-1 (SR-5) over Big Davis Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.