Why was the bridge always tired? Too many crossings.
Why was the bridge always tired? Too many crossings.
Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
over Union Pacific Railroad
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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 21,550 vehicles per day and is 63 years old (reconstructed in 1996).
Its sufficiency rating of 76.0 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 226 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 21,550 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 69 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
1963
63 years old (rebuilt 1996)
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
226 ft
68.9 m
Deck Width
69 ft
21.0 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
88 ft
longest unsupported section (26.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
3 lanes
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
21,550vehicles/day
40.45235°N, 89.02373°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.