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If I had a dime for every bridge I've crossed, I'd have about ten bucks by now.
over SOUTH NEWPORT RIVER
18 MI N OF DARIEN
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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 59,700 vehicles per day and is 56 years old (reconstructed in 2004).
Its sufficiency rating of 59.1 places it below the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 756 feet long — a moderate crossing, about 30 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 59,700 vehicles cross daily — heavy traffic, congestion likely during rush hours.
The deck is 79 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
1970
56 years old (rebuilt 2004)
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
756 ft
230.4 m
Deck Width
79 ft
24.1 m
Spans
2
sections between supports
Max Span
58 ft
longest unsupported section (17.7 m)
Traffic Lanes
3 lanes
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
59,700vehicles/day
31.64446°N, 81.39933°W
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A prestressed concrete stringer bridge uses pretensioned concrete beams, where steel tendons are stretched before concrete is poured. This creates stronger, lighter 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.