US Bridges

CR 115 over Cross Branch

Fair

Nassau County, Florida · 2.2 MI East of CR 121 · Structure no. 740066

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,100
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 115 over Cross Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CR 115 over Cross Branch in Nassau County, Florida. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,644 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 115
CrossesCross Branch
Location2.2 MI East of CR 121
RouteCounty Highway 115
CountyNassau County
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.68278, -81.99528
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34 US tons
Inventory rating20.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,100 (2024)
Projected traffic3,644 by 2046
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 CR 115 over Cross Branch built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 115 over Cross 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does CR 115 over Cross Branch carry?

About 2,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is CR 115 over Cross Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.3 m).

Who owns CR 115 over Cross Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.