SR65 over Big Cypress Branch
FairLiberty County, Florida · 4.4 Miles South of SR20 · Structure no. 560046
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old, rebuilt 1965
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR65 over Big Cypress Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR65 over Big Cypress Branch in Liberty County, Florida. It was built in 1946 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 79 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 700 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,214 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 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 SR65 over Big Cypress Branch built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.
What condition is SR65 over Big Cypress 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does SR65 over Big Cypress Branch carry?
About 700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is SR65 over Big Cypress Branch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns SR65 over Big Cypress Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.