What do you call a bridge that tells jokes? A pun-toon bridge.
What do you call a bridge that tells jokes? A pun-toon bridge.
What's a bridge's favorite exercise? Cross-fit.
over METRO NORTH RAILROAD
AT INT. WITH STATE ST. N
Parametric wireframe generated from real NBI dimensions. Drag to rotate, scroll to zoom.
Loading 3D model...
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 7,100 vehicles per day and is 126 years old (reconstructed in 1992).
Its sufficiency rating of 53.4 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 19 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 171 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A truss bridge — the steel framework can provide a sense of enclosure.
About 19 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 7,100 vehicles cross daily — light traffic, a smooth crossing.
The deck is 55 feet wide with 3-4 lanes — standard width.
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
1900
126 years old (rebuilt 1992)
Structure Type
Steel Truss (Thru)
Total Length
171 ft
52.1 m
Deck Width
55 ft
16.8 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
163 ft
longest unsupported section (49.7 m)
Traffic Lanes
3 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
19 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
7,100vehicles/day
41.30141°N, 72.92343°W
Steel Truss (Thru)
A steel truss bridge uses a framework of interconnected triangular elements. The geometric rigidity of triangles makes this design extremely efficient at distributing loads.
Learn more about this bridge typeNo ratings yet. Be the first to rate this bridge!
Sign in and track Connecticut to receive alerts when new inspection data is published. Premium members get bridge-specific notifications.
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.