US Bridges

Argyle Forest Blvd over Tributary Ortega River

Fair

Duval County, Florida · 1.2 MI W of Blanding Blvd · Structure no. 724309

Built
1978
47 years old, rebuilt 2002
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,600
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Argyle Forest Blvd over Tributary Ortega River is a concrete culvert carrying Argyle Forest Blvd over Tributary Ortega River in Duval County, Florida. It was built in 1978 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 47 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 14,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,331 by 2046. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesArgyle Forest Blvd
CrossesTributary Ortega River
Location1.2 MI W of Blanding Blvd
RouteCity Street 0
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.19333, -81.75807
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating59.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,600 (2024)
Projected traffic25,331 by 2046
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Argyle Forest Blvd over Tributary Ortega River built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.

What condition is Argyle Forest Blvd over Tributary Ortega River 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 Argyle Forest Blvd over Tributary Ortega River carry?

About 14,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Argyle Forest Blvd over Tributary Ortega River?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Argyle Forest Blvd over Tributary Ortega River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.