Forest Road 13 over Sopchoppy River
FairPosted for loadWakulla County, Florida · 11.0 Miles West of SR61 · Structure no. 590004
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 260 ft
- 13 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Forest Road 13 over Sopchoppy River is a concrete slab carrying Forest Road 13 over Sopchoppy River in Wakulla County, Florida. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 3,400 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,740 by 2043. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Forest Road 13 over Sopchoppy River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Forest Road 13 over Sopchoppy 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Forest Road 13 over Sopchoppy River carry?
About 3,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Forest Road 13 over Sopchoppy River?
The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Forest Road 13 over Sopchoppy River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.