US-98 (SR-700) over Fox Branch
FairPolk County, Florida · 0.15 MI East of SR-471 · Structure no. 160052
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-98 (SR-700) over Fox Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US-98 (SR-700) over Fox Branch in Polk County, Florida. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 78 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 14,000 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,290 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Fox Branch built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is US-98 (SR-700) over Fox 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US-98 (SR-700) over Fox Branch carry?
About 14,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US-98 (SR-700) over Fox Branch?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US-98 (SR-700) over Fox Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.