US 98 SR 30 over Porter Bar Creek
FairFranklin County, Florida · 2.0 Miles W of SR65 · Structure no. 490027
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 62 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 98 SR 30 over Porter Bar Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 98 SR 30 over Porter Bar Creek in Franklin County, Florida. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 6,300 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,930 by 2044. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 90.1 mi (145 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 98 SR 30 over Porter Bar Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 98 SR 30 over Porter Bar 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 98 SR 30 over Porter Bar Creek carry?
About 6,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 98 SR 30 over Porter Bar Creek?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 98 SR 30 over Porter Bar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.