CR 279 over Cypress Creek
FairWashington County, Florida · 2 MI N of CR 170 · Structure no. 610061
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 279 over Cypress Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR 279 over Cypress Creek in Washington County, Florida. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,644 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 279 over Cypress Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 279 over Cypress 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does CR 279 over Cypress Creek carry?
About 2,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is CR 279 over Cypress Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns CR 279 over Cypress Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.