US Bridges

Ribault Scenic DR over Long Branch Creek

Fair

Duval County, Florida · 0.1 MI W of Restlawn DR · Structure no. 724332

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,081
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ribault Scenic DR over Long Branch Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Ribault Scenic DR over Long Branch Creek in Duval County, Florida. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 65 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 1,081 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,125 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRibault Scenic DR
CrossesLong Branch Creek
Location0.1 MI W of Restlawn DR
RouteCity Street 0
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.39797, -81.69933
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.8 US tons
Inventory rating60.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,081 (2024)
Projected traffic3,125 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
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 Ribault Scenic DR over Long Branch Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is Ribault Scenic DR over Long Branch 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Ribault Scenic DR over Long Branch Creek carry?

About 1,081 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Ribault Scenic DR over Long Branch Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Ribault Scenic DR over Long Branch Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.