US-27 (SR-20) over Leadbeater Branch
GoodLafayette County, Florida · 0.8 Miles W. of CR-420 · Structure no. 330032
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,711
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-27 (SR-20) over Leadbeater Branch is a steel culvert carrying US-27 (SR-20) over Leadbeater Branch in Lafayette County, Florida. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 75 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 4,711 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,174 by 2045. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-27 (SR-20) over Leadbeater Branch built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is US-27 (SR-20) over Leadbeater Branch 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does US-27 (SR-20) over Leadbeater Branch carry?
About 4,711 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-27 (SR-20) over Leadbeater Branch?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m).
Who owns US-27 (SR-20) over Leadbeater Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.