The Brooklyn Bridge was sold to gullible tourists so many times it became a saying.
The Brooklyn Bridge was sold to gullible tourists so many times it became a saying.
Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
over S BR KISHWAUKEE RIV.
6.2 MI NE MONROE CTR
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 5 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 100 vehicles per day and is 33 years old (reconstructed in 2009).
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 214 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.
Only about 100 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 28 feet wide with 1-2 lanes — a narrower crossing.
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
1993
33 years old (rebuilt 2009)
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Box Beam (Multiple)
Total Length
214 ft
65.1 m
Deck Width
28 ft
8.5 m
Spans
4
sections between supports
Max Span
51 ft
longest unsupported section (15.6 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
100vehicles/day
42.15228°N, 88.94346°W
Prestressed Concrete Box Beam (Multiple)
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.