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Fun fact: The average American crosses 4 bridges a day without even noticing.
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INDIAN RIVER INLET
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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 24,984 vehicles per day and is 14 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 80.1 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 45 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 2600 feet long — a longer crossing, over 1 minute.
A cable-stayed bridge with an open design and panoramic views.
About 45 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 24,984 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 106 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
2012
14 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Cable-Stayed
Total Length
2,600 ft
792.5 m
Deck Width
106 ft
32.4 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
950 ft
longest unsupported section (289.6 m)
Traffic Lanes
4 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
45 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
24,984vehicles/day
38.60811°N, 75.06366°W
Prestressed Concrete Cable-Stayed
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.