CR 280 over Bear Creek
PoorWalton County, Florida · 5.2 MI West of US 331 · Structure no. 600048
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 280 over Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR 280 over Bear Creek in Walton County, Florida. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,634 by 2045. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 CR 280 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 280 over Bear 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does CR 280 over Bear Creek carry?
About 4,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is CR 280 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns CR 280 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.