US Bridges

US-301 over Long Lake Creek

Good

Hernando County, Florida · 1.6MI North of SR-50 · Structure no. 080003

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 2011
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,500
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-301 over Long Lake Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-301 over Long Lake Creek in Hernando County, Florida. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 2011, so it is 91 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 4,500 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,625 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

CarriesUS-301
CrossesLong Lake Creek
Location1.6MI North of SR-50
RouteU.S. Route 301
StateFlorida
Coordinates28.53045, -82.16487
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.4 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,500 (2023)
Projected traffic5,625 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-301 over Long Lake Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.

What condition is US-301 over Long Lake 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 2023.

How much traffic does US-301 over Long Lake Creek carry?

About 4,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US-301 over Long Lake Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-301 over Long Lake Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.