US Bridges

US-27 (SR-25) over CSXT RR

Good

Polk County, Florida · 0.5 Mi. North of SR-60 · Structure no. 160345

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
97 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
31,000
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-27 (SR-25) over CSXT RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-27 (SR-25) over CSXT RR in Polk County, Florida. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 31,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,785 by 2046. The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long and 139 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS-27 (SR-25)
CrossesCSXT RR
Location0.5 Mi. North of SR-60
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.90488, -81.6008
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating64.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length97 ft (29.6 m)
Longest span97 ft (29.6 m)
Deck width139 ft (42.5 m)
Roadway width92 ft (27.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,000 (2024)
Projected traffic53,785 by 2046
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 CSXT RR built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-27 (SR-25) over CSXT RR 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 CSXT RR carry?

About 31,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US-27 (SR-25) over CSXT RR?

The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 139 ft wide.

Who owns US-27 (SR-25) over CSXT RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.