US Bridges

US-27 (SR-25) over Sharp Bend Canal

Good

Glades County, Florida · 2.7MI N of SR-80 · Structure no. 050063

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,400
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-27 (SR-25) over Sharp Bend Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US-27 (SR-25) over Sharp Bend Canal in Glades County, Florida. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 64 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 13,400 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,249 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13.7 mi (22 km).

CarriesUS-27 (SR-25)
CrossesSharp Bend Canal
Location2.7MI N of SR-80
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.79381, -81.08258
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating71.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,400 (2024)
Projected traffic23,249 by 2044
Trucks40%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13.7 mi (22 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 (SR-25) over Sharp Bend Canal built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is US-27 (SR-25) over Sharp Bend Canal 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US-27 (SR-25) over Sharp Bend Canal carry?

About 13,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.

How long is US-27 (SR-25) over Sharp Bend Canal?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).

Who owns US-27 (SR-25) over Sharp Bend Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.