US-98 (SR-700) over Bowlegs Creek
FairPolk County, Florida · 8.5 MI East of US-17 · Structure no. 160065
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-98 (SR-700) over Bowlegs Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-98 (SR-700) over Bowlegs Creek in Polk County, Florida. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,634 by 2044. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 Bowlegs Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-98 (SR-700) over Bowlegs 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 Bowlegs Creek carry?
About 4,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US-98 (SR-700) over Bowlegs Creek?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).
Who owns US-98 (SR-700) over Bowlegs Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.