Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
over 47TH ST
4700 S & 1600E
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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 108,400 vehicles per day and is 89 years old (reconstructed in 2002).
Its sufficiency rating of 66.9 is above 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 137 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 108,400 vehicles cross daily — very heavy traffic, high congestion risk.
The deck is 53 feet wide with 3-4 lanes — standard width.
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
1937
89 years old (rebuilt 2002)
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
137 ft
41.8 m
Deck Width
53 ft
16.1 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
82 ft
longest unsupported section (25.0 m)
Traffic Lanes
4 lanes
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
108,400vehicles/day
41.81090°N, 87.58942°W
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A steel stringer bridge uses parallel steel beams (stringers) to support the deck. This is one of the most common bridge types in the US, valued for its simplicity and strength.
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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.