CR 279 over Dram Branch
PoorWashington County, Florida · 1.15 MI South of I 10 · Structure no. 614127
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 279 over Dram Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CR 279 over Dram Branch in Washington County, Florida. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger than the Florida average of 41.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,950 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 279 over Dram Branch built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 279 over Dram Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does CR 279 over Dram Branch carry?
About 1,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is CR 279 over Dram Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).
Who owns CR 279 over Dram Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.