SR 65 over New River
FairLiberty County, Florida · 13.6 MI S of Hosford · Structure no. 560055
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 65 over New River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SR 65 over New River in Liberty County, Florida. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 65 over New River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 65 over New River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does SR 65 over New River carry?
About 700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is SR 65 over New River?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns SR 65 over New River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.