Over 5 billion bridge crossings happen every single day in America.
Over 5 billion bridge crossings happen every single day in America.
Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
over LITTLE BLUE RIVER
0.40 E OF COLEMAN ROAD
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This bridge has a Poor overall condition rating of 4 out of 9. This bridge is classified as being in poor condition, meaning one or more structural components have significant deterioration. Poor condition does not mean the bridge is unsafe to drive on, but it does mean repairs or replacement may be needed.
The bridge carries 271 vehicles per day and is 134 years old (reconstructed in 2022).
Its sufficiency rating of 36.3 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 23 feet — the minimum vertical space below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers, railings, and superstructure) may be higher.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 170 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A truss bridge — the steel framework can provide a sense of enclosure.
About 23 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
Only about 271 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 14 feet wide — a very narrow, single-lane 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
1892
134 years old (rebuilt 2022)
Structure Type
Steel Truss (Thru)
Total Length
170 ft
51.8 m
Deck Width
14 ft
4.2 m
Spans
2
sections between supports
Max Span
88 ft
longest unsupported section (26.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
1 lane
Clearance Below
23 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Clearance height compared to familiar objects
Height shown is the navigation clearance below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers and superstructure) may be higher.
Daily Traffic
271vehicles/day
38.14202°N, 86.40289°W
Steel Truss (Thru)
A steel truss bridge uses a framework of interconnected triangular elements. The geometric rigidity of triangles makes this design extremely efficient at distributing loads.
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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.