US Bridges

US-1 NB (SR-15) over Funks Creek

Fair

Nassau County, Florida · 2.2 Mi. N. of Duval Co. · Structure no. 740061

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,050
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-1 NB (SR-15) over Funks Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-1 NB (SR-15) over Funks Creek in Nassau County, Florida. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 5 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 8,050 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,967 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-1 NB (SR-15)
CrossesFunks Creek
Location2.2 Mi. N. of Duval Co.
RouteU.S. Route 1
CountyNassau County
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.53379, -81.80822
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.2 US tons
Inventory rating44.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,050 (2022)
Projected traffic13,967 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-1 NB (SR-15) over Funks Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-1 NB (SR-15) over Funks 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US-1 NB (SR-15) over Funks Creek carry?

About 8,050 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US-1 NB (SR-15) over Funks Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-1 NB (SR-15) over Funks Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.