US Bridges

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

Good

Broward County, Florida · 4 Miles North of I-75 · Structure no. 860248

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
117 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,300
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11-B is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11-B 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 5,300 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,196 by 2044. The structure is 117 ft (35.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesSB US-27 (SR-25)
CrossesCanal S-11-B
Location4 Miles North of I-75
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.20256, -80.45457
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 rating75.2 US tons
Inventory rating54 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 width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,300 (2022)
Projected traffic9,196 by 2044
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
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-11-B built?

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

What condition is SB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11-B 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-11-B carry?

About 5,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

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

The structure is 117 ft (35.8 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.