SR273 over Helems Branch
GoodWashington County, Florida · 0.6MI East of SR77 · Structure no. 610004
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR273 over Helems Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR273 over Helems Branch in Washington County, Florida. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 4,100 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,114 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR273 over Helems Branch built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR273 over Helems Branch 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SR273 over Helems Branch carry?
About 4,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is SR273 over Helems Branch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR273 over Helems Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.