The Brooklyn Bridge was sold to gullible tourists so many times it became a saying.
The Brooklyn Bridge was sold to gullible tourists so many times it became a saying.
Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
over CAMDEN AVE
04-SCL-017-10.50-CMB
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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 151,200 vehicles per day and is 55 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 74.5 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 16 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 may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 225 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 16 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
About 151,200 vehicles cross daily — very heavy traffic, high congestion risk.
The deck is 163 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
1971
55 years old
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Box Beam (Multiple)
Total Length
225 ft
68.6 m
Deck Width
163 ft
49.7 m
Spans
2
sections between supports
Max Span
119 ft
longest unsupported section (36.3 m)
Traffic Lanes
7 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
16 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
151,200vehicles/day
37.27046°N, 121.94714°W
Steel (Continuous) Box Beam (Multiple)
A steel box beam bridge uses hollow rectangular steel sections that provide excellent torsional resistance and allow for 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.