A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
If I had a dime for every bridge I've crossed, I'd have about ten bucks by now.
over Indian Creek Canal
500 ft W of SR-A1A
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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 37,500 vehicles per day and is 73 years old (reconstructed in 2009).
Its sufficiency rating of 56.7 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 8 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 319 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A movable bridge — it may occasionally stop for boat traffic.
About 8 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
About 37,500 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
1953
73 years old (rebuilt 2009)
Structure Type
Steel Movable (Bascule)
Total Length
319 ft
97.2 m
Deck Width
80 ft
24.4 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
74 ft
longest unsupported section (22.7 m)
Traffic Lanes
6 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
8 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Daily Traffic
37,500vehicles/day
25.84435°N, 80.12231°W
Steel Movable (Bascule)
A movable bridge can change position to allow passage of boats or other traffic. Steel movable bridges include lift, bascule (drawbridge), and swing types.
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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.