US-98 (SR-700) over Bear Creek
FairPolk County, Florida · 0.2 MI North of SR-60 · Structure no. 160001
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 42,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-98 (SR-700) over Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-98 (SR-700) over Bear Creek in Polk County, Florida. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 65 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 42,000 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 72,870 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-98 (SR-700) over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is US-98 (SR-700) over Bear Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US-98 (SR-700) over Bear Creek carry?
About 42,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US-98 (SR-700) over Bear Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US-98 (SR-700) over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.