Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
What's a bridge's favorite exercise? Cross-fit.
over INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY
0.5 MI W OF US-41 (SR-45)
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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 37,000 vehicles per day and is 23 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 75.8 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 60 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 3097 feet long — a longer crossing, over 1 minute.
A standard bridge design.
About 60 feet above ground — an elevated crossing, similar to a 5-10 story building.
About 37,000 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
2003
23 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Segmental Box Girder
Total Length
3,097 ft
943.9 m
Deck Width
106 ft
32.4 m
Spans
11
sections between supports
Max Span
300 ft
longest unsupported section (91.5 m)
Traffic Lanes
6 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
60 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
37,000vehicles/day
27.33178°N, 82.55645°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.
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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.