US Bridges

US-27 (SR-25) over I-4 (SR-400)

Good

Polk County, Florida · US-27 & I-4 Intersection · Structure no. 160320

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
341 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
72,576
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-27 (SR-25) over I-4 (SR-400) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-27 (SR-25) over I-4 (SR-400) in Polk County, Florida. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 72,576 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 90,720 by 2044. The structure is 341 ft (103.9 m) long and 128 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS-27 (SR-25)
CrossesI-4 (SR-400)
LocationUS-27 & I-4 Intersection
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateFlorida
Coordinates28.23248, -81.64988
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.3 US tons
Inventory rating32.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length341 ft (103.9 m)
Longest span141 ft (43 m)
Deck width128 ft (39 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic72,576 (2024)
Projected traffic90,720 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-27 (SR-25) over I-4 (SR-400) built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-27 (SR-25) over I-4 (SR-400) 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 I-4 (SR-400) carry?

About 72,576 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US-27 (SR-25) over I-4 (SR-400)?

The structure is 341 ft (103.9 m) long with a longest span of 141 ft (43 m) and a deck 128 ft wide.

Who owns US-27 (SR-25) over I-4 (SR-400)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.