The Golden Gate Bridge uses 80,000 miles of wire in its cables.
The Golden Gate Bridge uses 80,000 miles of wire in its cables.
Analyzing deck conditions, superstructure ratings, and bad puns...
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 34,066 vehicles per day and is 23 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 70.0 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 65 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 3815 feet long — an extended crossing, several minutes.
A standard bridge design.
About 65 feet above ground — an elevated crossing, similar to a 5-10 story building.
About 34,066 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 80 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
2003
23 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Segmental Box Girder
Total Length
3,815 ft
1162.9 m
Deck Width
80 ft
24.4 m
Spans
14
sections between supports
Max Span
330 ft
longest unsupported section (100.6 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
One-way traffic
Clearance Below
65 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
34,066vehicles/day
30.18816°N, 85.74220°W
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Segmental Box Girder
A prestressed concrete box beam bridge combines hollow box sections with prestressing technology, enabling longer spans with reduced weight and material usage.
Learn more about this bridge typeNo ratings yet. Be the first to rate this bridge!
Sign in and track Florida 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.