SR 59 over Polar Branch
FairJefferson County, Florida · 3.6 Miles South I-10/SR8 · Structure no. 540068
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,451
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 59 over Polar Branch is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying SR 59 over Polar Branch in Jefferson County, Florida. It was built in 1984 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 1,451 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,517 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Polar Branch built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is SR 59 over Polar Branch 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SR 59 over Polar Branch carry?
About 1,451 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is SR 59 over Polar Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns SR 59 over Polar Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.