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.
If I had a dime for every bridge I've crossed, I'd have about ten bucks by now.
over IL RR
.5 MI W OF ILL 251
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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 32,000 vehicles per day and is 66 years old (reconstructed in 2002).
Its sufficiency rating of 57.4 places it below the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge is likely to be a comfortable crossing for most travelers.
This bridge is 163 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 32,000 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 36 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
1960
66 years old (rebuilt 2002)
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
163 ft
49.7 m
Deck Width
36 ft
11.1 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
62 ft
longest unsupported section (18.9 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
32,000vehicles/day
42.21943°N, 89.08183°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.