Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
over SUNNY POINT DR UC NB
MILE POINT 6.1
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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 10,100 vehicles per day and is 18 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 75.9 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 18 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 60 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 18 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 10,100 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 68 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
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
2008
18 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Tee Beam
Total Length
60 ft
18.3 m
Deck Width
68 ft
20.7 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
57 ft
longest unsupported section (17.4 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
One-way traffic
Clearance Below
18 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Clearance height compared to familiar objects
Height shown is the navigation clearance below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers and superstructure) may be higher.
Daily Traffic
10,100vehicles/day
58.35861°N, 134.52361°W
Prestressed Concrete Tee Beam
A prestressed concrete tee beam bridge combines the T-shaped cross-section with prestressing technology for improved load capacity and longer spans.
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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.