US98 SR30 over Gulf County Canal
FairGulf County, Florida · 1.5 Miles West of SR71 · Structure no. 510052
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 2,600 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US98 SR30 over Gulf County Canal is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US98 SR30 over Gulf County Canal in Gulf County, Florida. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 10,700 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,564 by 2044. The structure is 2,600 ft (792.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US98 SR30 over Gulf County Canal built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US98 SR30 over Gulf County Canal 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 Gulf County Canal carry?
About 10,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US98 SR30 over Gulf County Canal?
The structure is 2,600 ft (792.5 m) long with a longest span of 250 ft (76.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US98 SR30 over Gulf County Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.