SR81 over Bruce Creek
FairWalton County, Florida · 12.4 Mi. North of SR20 · Structure no. 600102
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 390 ft
- 13 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR81 over Bruce Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SR81 over Bruce Creek in Walton County, Florida. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,338 by 2044. The structure is 390 ft (118.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR81 over Bruce Creek built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR81 over Bruce Creek 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does SR81 over Bruce Creek carry?
About 2,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR81 over Bruce Creek?
The structure is 390 ft (118.9 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns SR81 over Bruce Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.