US Bridges

US-27 NB (SR-25) over Fisheating Crk Overflow

Fair

Glades County, Florida · 0.4MI North of SR-29 · Structure no. 050050

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
252 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
4,450
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-27 NB (SR-25) over Fisheating Crk Overflow is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US-27 NB (SR-25) over Fisheating Crk Overflow in Glades County, Florida. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 4,450 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,721 by 2044. The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS-27 NB (SR-25)
CrossesFisheating Crk Overflow
Location0.4MI North of SR-29
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.93099, -81.31454
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.5 US tons
Inventory rating40.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length252 ft (76.8 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,450 (2024)
Projected traffic7,721 by 2044
Trucks38%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
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 US-27 NB (SR-25) over Fisheating Crk Overflow built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-27 NB (SR-25) over Fisheating Crk Overflow in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does US-27 NB (SR-25) over Fisheating Crk Overflow carry?

About 4,450 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.

How long is US-27 NB (SR-25) over Fisheating Crk Overflow?

The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US-27 NB (SR-25) over Fisheating Crk Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.