US Bridges

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

Good

Pinellas County, Florida · 0.3 Mile South of SR-679 · Structure no. 150182

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
220 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
32,608
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-275 NB (US-19) over Frenchmens Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying I-275 NB (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 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesI-275 NB (US-19)
CrossesFrenchmens Creek
Location0.3 Mile South of SR-679
RouteInterstate 275
CountyPinellas County
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.71359, -82.67929
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 rating58 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length220 ft (67.1 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.3 m)
Deck width85 ft (25.9 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 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 NB (US-19) over Frenchmens Creek built?

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

What condition is I-275 NB (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 NB (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 NB (US-19) over Frenchmens Creek?

The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.3 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.