Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
over TRIB TO BUCKHORN CREEK
SEC 9 T10N R23E
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This bridge has a Good overall condition rating of 7 out of 9. It is in good structural condition and is not classified as structurally deficient.
The bridge carries 18 vehicles per day and is 23 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 67.2 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 6 feet — the minimum vertical space below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers, railings, and superstructure) may be higher.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge is likely to be a comfortable crossing for most travelers.
This bridge is 57 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
This is a culvert — you may not even notice you're crossing it.
About 6 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
Only about 18 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 28 feet wide with 1-2 lanes — a narrower crossing.
This bridge crosses over water. Focus on the road ahead — the water is far below.
This comfort score is designed to help individuals with bridge anxiety plan their travel. All bridges in the National Bridge Inventory are regularly inspected and deemed safe for travel. This is not medical advice — if you experience severe anxiety, please consult a healthcare professional.
Year Built
2003
23 years old
Structure Type
Concrete Culvert
Total Length
57 ft
17.5 m
Deck Width
28 ft
8.6 m
Spans
4
sections between supports
Max Span
14 ft
longest unsupported section (4.3 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
6 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Daily Traffic
18vehicles/day
31.85289°N, 85.73611°W
Concrete Culvert
A concrete culvert is a drainage structure that allows water to flow beneath a road. While technically not a traditional bridge, culverts over 20 feet are tracked in the national inventory.
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Data from the National Bridge Inventory (NBI), maintained by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
Data year: 2025. Conditions may have changed since the last inspection.
This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used as the sole basis for any decisions related to bridge safety or transportation planning. Always consult official sources and local authorities for the most current data.