What's a bridge's favorite exercise? Cross-fit.
What's a bridge's favorite exercise? Cross-fit.
Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
over CLEAR CREEK
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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 15 vehicles per day and is 126 years old (reconstructed in 2012).
Its sufficiency rating of 50.4 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 68 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.
Only about 15 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 20 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
1900
126 years old (rebuilt 2012)
Structure Type
Wood/Timber Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
68 ft
20.7 m
Deck Width
20 ft
6.1 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
28 ft
longest unsupported section (8.5 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
15vehicles/day
43.44893°N, 91.42069°W
Wood/Timber Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A timber stringer bridge uses wooden beams as the primary structure. While less common today, timber bridges remain practical for low-traffic rural roads and historic settings.
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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.