SR71 over Sink Creek
GoodJackson County, Florida · 1.2 Mi. N of County Line · Structure no. 530080
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 130 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR71 over Sink Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SR71 over Sink Creek in Jackson County, Florida. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 4,200 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,287 by 2044. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR71 over Sink Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR71 over Sink 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SR71 over Sink Creek carry?
About 4,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR71 over Sink Creek?
The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns SR71 over Sink Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.