US Bridges

SR-10 (atlantic) over Big Pottsburg Creek

Fair

Duval County, Florida · SR-10/ Big Pottsburg Crk. · Structure no. 720042

Built
1927
98 years old, rebuilt 1969
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
284 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
28,000
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-10 (atlantic) over Big Pottsburg Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR-10 (atlantic) over Big Pottsburg Creek in Duval County, Florida. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 98 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 28,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,580 by 2044. The structure is 284 ft (86.6 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSR-10 (atlantic)
CrossesBig Pottsburg Creek
LocationSR-10/ Big Pottsburg Crk.
RouteState Highway 10
CountyDuval County
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.31296, -81.59532
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20
Structure length284 ft (86.6 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.6 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,000 (2022)
Projected traffic48,580 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2 million
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR-10 (atlantic) over Big Pottsburg Creek built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.

What condition is SR-10 (atlantic) over Big Pottsburg 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 SR-10 (atlantic) over Big Pottsburg Creek carry?

About 28,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SR-10 (atlantic) over Big Pottsburg Creek?

The structure is 284 ft (86.6 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns SR-10 (atlantic) over Big Pottsburg Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.