Blount Island Blvd over St.Johns River-W.Channel
FairDuval County, Florida · 1.45 Miles East of SR 9A · Structure no. 720146
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,726 ft
- 23 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Blount Island Blvd over St.Johns River-W.Channel is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Blount Island Blvd over St.Johns River-W.Channel in Duval County, Florida. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 5 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 6,900 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,971 by 2042. The structure is 1,726 ft (526.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Blount Island Blvd over St.Johns River-W.Channel built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blount Island Blvd over St.Johns River-W.Channel 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 Blount Island Blvd over St.Johns River-W.Channel carry?
About 6,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is Blount Island Blvd over St.Johns River-W.Channel?
The structure is 1,726 ft (526.1 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Blount Island Blvd over St.Johns River-W.Channel?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.