US-98 WB (SR50 Wb) over Withlacoochee River
GoodHernando County, Florida · 1.6MI East of I-75 · Structure no. 080011
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old, rebuilt 2021
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,000
- 2025 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-98 WB (SR50 Wb) over Withlacoochee River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-98 WB (SR50 Wb) over Withlacoochee River in Hernando County, Florida. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 2021, so it is 53 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 22,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,170 by 2047. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-98 WB (SR50 Wb) over Withlacoochee River built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.
What condition is US-98 WB (SR50 Wb) over Withlacoochee River 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 2025.
How much traffic does US-98 WB (SR50 Wb) over Withlacoochee River carry?
About 22,000 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US-98 WB (SR50 Wb) over Withlacoochee River?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns US-98 WB (SR50 Wb) over Withlacoochee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.