US Bridges

US-17 (SR-15) over Pinetree Branch

Good

Putnam County, Florida · 0.5 Mi. S. of Clay Co. · Structure no. 760054

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,600
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-17 (SR-15) over Pinetree Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US-17 (SR-15) over Pinetree Branch in Putnam County, Florida. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 10,600 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,391 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-17 (SR-15)
CrossesPinetree Branch
Location0.5 Mi. S. of Clay Co.
RouteU.S. Route 17
CountyPutnam County
StateFlorida
Coordinates29.83194, -81.66139
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.9 US tons
Inventory rating37.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,600 (2022)
Projected traffic18,391 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-17 (SR-15) over Pinetree Branch built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-17 (SR-15) over Pinetree Branch 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US-17 (SR-15) over Pinetree Branch carry?

About 10,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US-17 (SR-15) over Pinetree Branch?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US-17 (SR-15) over Pinetree Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.