US Bridges

US-1 (SR-5) over Julington Creek

Good

Duval County, Florida · US-1 over Julington Creek · Structure no. 720021

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
66 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
38,000
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-1 (SR-5) over Julington Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-1 (SR-5) over Julington 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 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 38,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 65,930 by 2045. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS-1 (SR-5)
CrossesJulington Creek
LocationUS-1 over Julington Creek
RouteU.S. Route 1
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.18889, -81.56222
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionAugust 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 rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating28.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length66 ft (20.1 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 traffic38,000 (2023)
Projected traffic65,930 by 2045
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Julington 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 Julington 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 August 2024.

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

About 38,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

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

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.