Fort Gates Ferry over St. Johns River

Poor Condition66 years old11 vehicles/day

Location

StateFlorida
CountyPutnam
LocationW Bank Of ST Johns River
CarriesFort Gates Ferry
CrossesSt. Johns River
Coordinates29.42528, -81.66611

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck3 (Serious)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialWood or Timber
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length33.8 ft (10.3 m)
Max Span7.9 ft (2.4 m)
Deck Width16.1 ft (4.9 m)
Deck Area50.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1960 (reconstructed 1985)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic11 (2017)
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection225
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number764043

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