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?'
Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
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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 41,500 vehicles per day and is 33 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 75.1 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 70 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 has some features that may be challenging for travelers with bridge anxiety. See the tips below for a more comfortable crossing.
This bridge is 1767 feet long — a longer crossing, over 1 minute.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 70 feet above ground — an elevated crossing, similar to a 5-10 story building.
About 41,500 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 48 feet wide with 2-3 lanes — moderate width.
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
1993
33 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Box Beam (Multiple)
Total Length
1,767 ft
538.6 m
Deck Width
48 ft
14.5 m
Spans
8
sections between supports
Max Span
253 ft
longest unsupported section (77.1 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
One-way traffic
Clearance Below
70 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
41,500vehicles/day
34.28507°N, 118.86399°W
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Box Beam (Multiple)
A prestressed concrete box beam bridge combines hollow box sections with prestressing technology, enabling longer spans with reduced weight and material usage.
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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.