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.
The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
over TABLE ROCK RESV WHITE RI
BEAVER ARK
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 6 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 700 vehicles per day and is 77 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 29.5 places it below the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 554 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A suspension bridge — an open design, typically high above the waterway.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 700 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 12 feet wide — a very narrow, single-lane 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
1949
77 years old
Structure Type
Steel Suspension
Total Length
554 ft
168.9 m
Deck Width
12 ft
3.7 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
312 ft
longest unsupported section (95.1 m)
Traffic Lanes
1 lane
Daily Traffic
700vehicles/day
36.47254°N, 93.76866°W
Steel Suspension
A suspension bridge hangs the deck from cables supported by tall towers. This design enables the longest bridge spans in the world.
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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.