US Bridges

SR 81 over Bruce Creek Relief

Good

Walton County, Florida · 6.1 MI South of I-10 SR8 · Structure no. 600103

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
219 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
2,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 81 over Bruce Creek Relief is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SR 81 over Bruce Creek Relief 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 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 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,338 by 2044. The structure is 219 ft (66.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 81
CrossesBruce Creek Relief
Location6.1 MI South of I-10 SR8
RouteState Highway 81
CountyWalton County
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.62604, -85.942
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length219 ft (66.7 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.5 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,500 (2022)
Projected traffic4,338 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$50,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 81 over Bruce Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 81 over Bruce Creek Relief 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SR 81 over Bruce Creek Relief carry?

About 2,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 81 over Bruce Creek Relief?

The structure is 219 ft (66.7 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.5 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns SR 81 over Bruce Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.