The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
The Golden Gate Bridge uses 80,000 miles of wire in its cables.
over HORSETAIL CREEK
11.6 MI NORTH OF JCT SH 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 1,000 vehicles per day and is 69 years old (reconstructed in 2007).
Its sufficiency rating of 72.4 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 38 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 1,000 vehicles cross daily — light traffic, a smooth crossing.
The deck is 114 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
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
1957
69 years old (rebuilt 2007)
Structure Type
Steel Culvert
Total Length
38 ft
11.7 m
Deck Width
114 ft
34.8 m
Spans
2
sections between supports
Max Span
18 ft
longest unsupported section (5.4 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
1,000vehicles/day
40.77423°N, 103.68815°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.