Crunching the numbers on America's infrastructure...
Crunching the numbers on America's infrastructure...
Over 5 billion bridge crossings happen every single day in America.
over PAN AM RAILROAD
0.1 MI NORTH OF BERLIN TL
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 5 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 76,000 vehicles per day and is 57 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 61.3 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 20 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 41 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
An arch bridge design with some openness to the surroundings.
About 20 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 76,000 vehicles cross daily — heavy traffic, congestion likely during rush hours.
The deck is 690 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
1969
57 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Arch (Deck)
Total Length
41 ft
12.6 m
Deck Width
690 ft
210.3 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
41 ft
longest unsupported section (12.6 m)
Traffic Lanes
4 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
20 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
76,000vehicles/day
41.65064°N, 72.76912°W
Prestressed Concrete Arch (Deck)
A prestressed concrete stringer bridge uses pretensioned concrete beams, where steel tendons are stretched before concrete is poured. This creates stronger, lighter 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.