US-1 (SR-5) over Oyster Creek
PoorSt. Johns County, Florida · 0.3 Mi. N. of SR-207 · Structure no. 780103
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 43,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-1 (SR-5) over Oyster Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-1 (SR-5) over Oyster Creek in St. Johns County, Florida. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 43,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 74,605 by 2045. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-1 (SR-5) over Oyster Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-1 (SR-5) over Oyster Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2025.
How much traffic does US-1 (SR-5) over Oyster Creek carry?
About 43,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US-1 (SR-5) over Oyster Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-1 (SR-5) over Oyster Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.