SR20 over Choctawhatchee River
FairWalton County, Florida · 1.1MI. West of SR79 · Structure no. 600105
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 3,230 ft
- 42 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR20 over Choctawhatchee River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR20 over Choctawhatchee River in Walton County, Florida. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 9,000 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,615 by 2044. The structure is 3,230 ft (984.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 SR20 over Choctawhatchee River built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR20 over Choctawhatchee 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SR20 over Choctawhatchee River carry?
About 9,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is SR20 over Choctawhatchee River?
The structure is 3,230 ft (984.5 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns SR20 over Choctawhatchee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.