US Bridges

I-275 SB (US-19) over Frenchmens Creek

Good

Pinellas County, Florida · 0.3MI South of SR-679 · Structure no. 150181

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
386 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
32,608
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-275 SB (US-19) over Frenchmens Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-275 SB (US-19) over Frenchmens Creek in Pinellas County, Florida. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 32,608 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,574 by 2044. The structure is 386 ft (117.6 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesI-275 SB (US-19)
CrossesFrenchmens Creek
Location0.3MI South of SR-679
RouteInterstate 275
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.71357, -82.67964
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64 US tons
Inventory rating58 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length386 ft (117.6 m)
Longest span56 ft (17 m)
Deck width81 ft (24.7 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic32,608 (2022)
Projected traffic56,574 by 2044
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-275 SB (US-19) over Frenchmens Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-275 SB (US-19) over Frenchmens Creek 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does I-275 SB (US-19) over Frenchmens Creek carry?

About 32,608 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is I-275 SB (US-19) over Frenchmens Creek?

The structure is 386 ft (117.6 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.

Who owns I-275 SB (US-19) over Frenchmens Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.