US Bridges

US29 SR95 over Mitchell Creek

Good

Escambia County, Florida · 10.0MI N of SR97 · Structure no. 480012

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1981
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
144 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,076
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US29 SR95 over Mitchell Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US29 SR95 over Mitchell Creek in Escambia County, Florida. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 67 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 4,076 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,072 by 2044. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS29 SR95
CrossesMitchell Creek
Location10.0MI N of SR97
RouteU.S. Route 29
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.87298, -87.32217
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length144 ft (43.9 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,076 (2022)
Projected traffic7,072 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US29 SR95 over Mitchell Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.

What condition is US29 SR95 over Mitchell 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US29 SR95 over Mitchell Creek carry?

About 4,076 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US29 SR95 over Mitchell Creek?

The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US29 SR95 over Mitchell Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.