The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
What did one bridge say to the other? 'You're looking a bit stressed.'
over Missouri Avenue
1/2 mi W 3rd St Exit
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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 52,650 vehicles per day and is 61 years old (reconstructed in 1993).
Its sufficiency rating of 59.3 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 151 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 52,650 vehicles cross daily — heavy traffic, congestion likely during rush hours.
The deck is 59 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
1965
61 years old (rebuilt 1993)
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
151 ft
46.1 m
Deck Width
59 ft
18.0 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
67 ft
longest unsupported section (20.5 m)
Traffic Lanes
3 lanes
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
52,650vehicles/day
38.62815°N, 90.16174°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.