A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
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This bridge has a Good overall condition rating of 8 out of 9. It is in good structural condition and is not classified as structurally deficient.
The bridge carries 1,710 vehicles per day and is 46 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 77.1 is above the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge is likely to be a comfortable crossing for most travelers.
This bridge is 27 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
This is a culvert — you may not even notice you're crossing it.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 1,710 vehicles cross daily — light traffic, a smooth crossing.
The deck is 0 feet wide — a very narrow, single-lane crossing.
This bridge crosses over land, not water — no water views 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
1980
46 years old
Structure Type
Steel Culvert
Total Length
27 ft
8.2 m
Spans
2
sections between supports
Max Span
12 ft
longest unsupported section (3.7 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
1,710vehicles/day
61.37132°N, 149.53902°W
Steel Culvert
A steel stringer bridge uses parallel steel beams (stringers) to support the deck. This is one of the most common bridge types in the US, valued for its simplicity and strength.
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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.