US-27 (SR-20) over Suwannee River Relief
GoodLafayette County, Florida · 0.5 Mi. W. of Branford · Structure no. 330012
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 525 ft
- 35 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,900
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-27 (SR-20) over Suwannee River Relief is a concrete slab carrying US-27 (SR-20) over Suwannee River Relief in Lafayette County, Florida. It was built in 1954, 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 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 5,900 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,236 by 2044. The structure is 525 ft (160 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.1 mi (87 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-27 (SR-20) over Suwannee River Relief built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-27 (SR-20) over Suwannee River Relief 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US-27 (SR-20) over Suwannee River Relief carry?
About 5,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US-27 (SR-20) over Suwannee River Relief?
The structure is 525 ft (160 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US-27 (SR-20) over Suwannee River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.