US Bridges

SR 65 over Whiskey George Creek

Fair

Franklin County, Florida · 7.0 Miles N of US98 · Structure no. 490024

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
160 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,898
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 65 over Whiskey George Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SR 65 over Whiskey George Creek 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 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 1,898 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,293 by 2044. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 65
CrossesWhiskey George Creek
Location7.0 Miles N of US98
RouteState Highway 65
CountyFranklin County
StateFlorida
Coordinates29.82937, -84.88672
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.1 US tons
Inventory rating36.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,898 (2022)
Projected traffic3,293 by 2044
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SR 65 over Whiskey George Creek built?

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

What condition is SR 65 over Whiskey George 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SR 65 over Whiskey George Creek carry?

About 1,898 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SR 65 over Whiskey George Creek?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns SR 65 over Whiskey George Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.