US Bridges

SB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11A

Good

Broward County, Florida · 2.2 Miles North of I-75 · Structure no. 860247

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
117 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,450
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11A is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11A in Broward County, Florida. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 4,450 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,721 by 2042. The structure is 117 ft (35.8 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesSB US-27 (SR-25)
CrossesCanal S-11A
Location2.2 Miles North of I-75
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.17692, -80.44907
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.5 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length117 ft (35.8 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.6 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,450 (2023)
Projected traffic7,721 by 2042
Trucks33%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11A built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is SB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11A 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11A carry?

About 4,450 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.

How long is SB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11A?

The structure is 117 ft (35.8 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns SB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11A?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.