SR 59 over Horsehead Creek
FairJefferson County, Florida · 12.6 MI N of US98 (SR30) · Structure no. 540034
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,050
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 59 over Horsehead Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 59 over Horsehead Creek in Jefferson County, Florida. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 71 years old, older 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 1,050 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,822 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 59 over Horsehead Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is SR 59 over Horsehead Creek 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does SR 59 over Horsehead Creek carry?
About 1,050 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.
How long is SR 59 over Horsehead Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns SR 59 over Horsehead Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.