US Bridges

US98 SR30 over Carrabelle River

Fair

Franklin County, Florida · 11.9 Miles East of SR65 · Structure no. 490023

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
1,825 ft
27 main spans
Daily traffic
6,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US98 SR30 over Carrabelle River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US98 SR30 over Carrabelle River in Franklin County, Florida. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 6,200 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,757 by 2044. The structure is 1,825 ft (556.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.2 mi (129 km).

Location

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CarriesUS98 SR30
CrossesCarrabelle River
Location11.9 Miles East of SR65
RouteU.S. Route 98
CountyFranklin County
StateFlorida
Coordinates29.85046, -84.67641
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.7 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans27
Design loadHL 93
Structure length1,825 ft (556.4 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,200 (2022)
Projected traffic10,757 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed80.2 mi (129 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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US98 SR30 over Carrabelle River built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is US98 SR30 over Carrabelle 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does US98 SR30 over Carrabelle River carry?

About 6,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US98 SR30 over Carrabelle River?

The structure is 1,825 ft (556.4 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US98 SR30 over Carrabelle River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.