US Bridges

US-441 (SR-15) over Taylor Creek Branch

Fair

Okeechobee County, Florida · 2.4MI North of SR-70 · Structure no. 910087

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,800
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-441 (SR-15) over Taylor Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US-441 (SR-15) over Taylor Creek Branch in Okeechobee County, Florida. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 9,800 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,250 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesUS-441 (SR-15)
CrossesTaylor Creek Branch
Location2.4MI North of SR-70
RouteU.S. Route 441
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.28005, -80.82881
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,800 (2024)
Projected traffic12,250 by 2044
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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-441 (SR-15) over Taylor Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-441 (SR-15) over Taylor Creek 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US-441 (SR-15) over Taylor Creek Branch carry?

About 9,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US-441 (SR-15) over Taylor Creek Branch?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US-441 (SR-15) over Taylor Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.