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.
Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
over SMOKY HILL RIVER
8.5S 3.0E OF GORHAM
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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 70 vehicles per day and is 86 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 48.4 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 433 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.
Only about 70 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 24 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
1940
86 years old
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Girder & Floorbeam
Total Length
433 ft
132.0 m
Deck Width
24 ft
7.3 m
Spans
5
sections between supports
Max Span
93 ft
longest unsupported section (28.3 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
70vehicles/day
38.75841°N, 98.96660°W
Steel (Continuous) Girder & Floorbeam
A steel girder bridge relies on large steel I-beams or plate girders as the primary load-bearing members. These bridges can span significant distances and carry heavy 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.