US-27 (SR-25) over Crooked Lake Canal South
FairPolk County, Florida · 5.5 MI N of US-98(SR-700) · Structure no. 160067
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-27 (SR-25) over Crooked Lake Canal South is a concrete culvert carrying US-27 (SR-25) over Crooked Lake Canal South in Polk County, Florida. It was built in 1945 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 80 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 6 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 18,500 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,125 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-27 (SR-25) over Crooked Lake Canal South built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is US-27 (SR-25) over Crooked Lake Canal South 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 (SR-25) over Crooked Lake Canal South carry?
About 18,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US-27 (SR-25) over Crooked Lake Canal South?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns US-27 (SR-25) over Crooked Lake Canal South?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.