SR79 over Open Creek
GoodWashington County, Florida · 1.5 Miles S. of I10 SR8 · Structure no. 610148
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 128 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR79 over Open Creek is a concrete slab carrying SR79 over Open Creek in Washington County, Florida. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 years old, younger 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 6,400 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,104 by 2044. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR79 over Open Creek built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR79 over Open Creek 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does SR79 over Open Creek carry?
About 6,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR79 over Open Creek?
The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns SR79 over Open Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.