US Bridges

US98/SR50/SR700 over Bystream Overflow

Good

Hernando County, Florida · 6.4 Mi. W of I-75 · Structure no. 080036

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
27,500
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US98/SR50/SR700 over Bystream Overflow is a concrete culvert carrying US98/SR50/SR700 over Bystream Overflow in Hernando County, Florida. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger 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 27,500 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,713 by 2047. The structure is 51 ft (15.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesUS98/SR50/SR700
CrossesBystream Overflow
Location6.4 Mi. W of I-75
RouteU.S. Route 98
StateFlorida
Coordinates28.53645, -82.33986
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
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 rating64 US tons
Inventory rating38.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length51 ft (15.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,500 (2025)
Projected traffic47,713 by 2047
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US98/SR50/SR700 over Bystream Overflow built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is US98/SR50/SR700 over Bystream Overflow 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US98/SR50/SR700 over Bystream Overflow carry?

About 27,500 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US98/SR50/SR700 over Bystream Overflow?

The structure is 51 ft (15.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns US98/SR50/SR700 over Bystream Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.