US-221 (SR-55) over Gum Creek
FairMadison County, Florida · 0.9 Mi.S.Of Jefferson Co. · Structure no. 350920
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 850
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-221 (SR-55) over Gum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-221 (SR-55) over Gum Creek in Madison County, Florida. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 850 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,475 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-221 (SR-55) over Gum Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-221 (SR-55) over Gum 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US-221 (SR-55) over Gum Creek carry?
About 850 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US-221 (SR-55) over Gum Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-221 (SR-55) over Gum Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.