US Bridges

Choctawhatche Ri R over Slough

FairPosted for load

Walton County, Florida · 2.3 MI South of SR 20 · Structure no. 604169

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
60 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2025 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Choctawhatche Ri R over Slough is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Choctawhatche Ri R over Slough in Walton County, Florida. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 43 by 2047. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesChoctawhatche Ri R
CrossesSlough
Location2.3 MI South of SR 20
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyWalton County
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.44028, -85.91694
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating29.2 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span13 ft (4.1 m)
Deck width14 ft (4.3 m)
Roadway width13 ft (4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25 (2025)
Projected traffic43 by 2047
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Choctawhatche Ri R over Slough built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Choctawhatche Ri R over Slough 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Choctawhatche Ri R over Slough carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2025 count).

How long is Choctawhatche Ri R over Slough?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.

Who owns Choctawhatche Ri R over Slough?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.