US Bridges

US-98 (SR-30) over Econfina River

Fair

Taylor County, Florida · 18.2 Mi. W. of US-19 · Structure no. 380049

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
210 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,344
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-98 (SR-30) over Econfina River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-98 (SR-30) over Econfina River in Taylor County, Florida. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 2,344 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,067 by 2044. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-98 (SR-30)
CrossesEconfina River
Location18.2 Mi. W. of US-19
RouteU.S. Route 98
CountyTaylor County
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.1422, -83.86636
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating28.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length210 ft (64 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.6 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,344 (2022)
Projected traffic4,067 by 2044
Trucks33%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-98 (SR-30) over Econfina River built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-98 (SR-30) over Econfina River 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US-98 (SR-30) over Econfina River carry?

About 2,344 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.

How long is US-98 (SR-30) over Econfina River?

The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns US-98 (SR-30) over Econfina River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.