Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
Why don't bridges ever get lonely? Because they're always making connections.
over BN RR & WALLACE ST
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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 7,700 vehicles per day and is 63 years old (reconstructed in 1995).
Its sufficiency rating of 68.5 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 468 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 7,700 vehicles cross daily — light traffic, a smooth crossing.
The deck is 39 feet wide with 2-3 lanes — moderate 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
1963
63 years old (rebuilt 1995)
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
468 ft
142.6 m
Deck Width
39 ft
11.9 m
Spans
7
sections between supports
Max Span
90 ft
longest unsupported section (27.4 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
7,700vehicles/day
41.78654°N, 89.70612°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.