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.
Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
Parametric wireframe generated from real NBI dimensions. Drag to rotate, scroll to zoom.
Loading 3D model...
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 20,600 vehicles per day and is 17 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 74.2 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 34 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 677 feet long — a moderate crossing, about 30 seconds.
A movable bridge — it may occasionally stop for boat traffic.
About 34 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 20,600 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 110 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
2009
17 years old
Structure Type
Steel Movable (Bascule)
Total Length
677 ft
206.3 m
Deck Width
110 ft
33.5 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
165 ft
longest unsupported section (50.3 m)
Traffic Lanes
6 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
34 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
20,600vehicles/day
25.78247°N, 80.21475°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.
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.