Range Road 253 over East Bay River
FairOkaloosa County, Florida · 1.25 Mile North of S.R. 9 · Structure no. AFFLFTFA12216
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 66 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Air Force
About this bridge
Range Road 253 over East Bay River is a concrete slab carrying Range Road 253 over East Bay River in Okaloosa County, Florida. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 55 by 2044. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Range Road 253 over East Bay River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Range Road 253 over East Bay 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Range Road 253 over East Bay River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is Range Road 253 over East Bay River?
The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Range Road 253 over East Bay River?
It is owned by the Air Force.