US Bridges

US-98 (SR-30) over Flower Creek

Good

Taylor County, Florida · 5.6 Mi. W. of CR-356 · Structure no. 380951

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,800
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-98 (SR-30) over Flower Creek is a steel culvert carrying US-98 (SR-30) over Flower Creek in Taylor County, Florida. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older 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 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,858 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS-98 (SR-30)
CrossesFlower Creek
Location5.6 Mi. W. of CR-356
RouteU.S. Route 98
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.12147, -83.73421
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.4 US tons
Inventory rating43.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,800 (2022)
Projected traffic4,858 by 2042
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
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-98 (SR-30) over Flower Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-98 (SR-30) over Flower Creek 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US-98 (SR-30) over Flower Creek carry?

About 2,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is US-98 (SR-30) over Flower Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns US-98 (SR-30) over Flower Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.