US-98 (SR-700) over Hillsborough River
GoodPasco County, Florida · 1.5MI N of CR-54 · Structure no. 140024
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 200 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,700
- 2025 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-98 (SR-700) over Hillsborough River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-98 (SR-700) over Hillsborough River in Pasco County, Florida. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 74 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 5,700 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,890 by 2045. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-98 (SR-700) over Hillsborough River built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is US-98 (SR-700) over Hillsborough River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2025.
How much traffic does US-98 (SR-700) over Hillsborough River carry?
About 5,700 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US-98 (SR-700) over Hillsborough River?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US-98 (SR-700) over Hillsborough River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.