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?'
Wow, there are a lot of bridges here... one second please.
over SR-686 EAST BAY DRIVE
INTERCHANGE SR-686 US-19
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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 87,500 vehicles per day and is 37 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 69.9 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 17 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 421 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 17 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 87,500 vehicles cross daily — heavy traffic, congestion likely during rush hours.
The deck is 117 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
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
1989
37 years old
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Box Beam (Single/Spread)
Total Length
421 ft
128.3 m
Deck Width
117 ft
35.7 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
198 ft
longest unsupported section (60.4 m)
Traffic Lanes
6 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
17 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
87,500vehicles/day
27.91631°N, 82.72978°W
Steel (Continuous) Box Beam (Single)
A steel box beam bridge uses hollow rectangular steel sections that provide excellent torsional resistance and allow for longer 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.