Fun fact: The average American crosses 4 bridges a day without even noticing.
Fun fact: The average American crosses 4 bridges a day without even noticing.
The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
over I135 E&W LANES & Canal
JCT US54/I135
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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 52,000 vehicles per day and is 50 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 77.9 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 16 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 1039 feet long — a moderate crossing, about 30 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 16 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 52,000 vehicles cross daily — heavy traffic, congestion likely during rush hours.
The deck is 54 feet wide with 3-4 lanes — standard width.
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
1976
50 years old
Structure Type
Concrete (Continuous) Box Beam (Multiple)
Total Length
1,039 ft
316.8 m
Deck Width
54 ft
16.6 m
Spans
5
sections between supports
Max Span
120 ft
longest unsupported section (36.6 m)
Traffic Lanes
3 lanes
One-way traffic
Clearance Below
16 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
52,000vehicles/day
37.67889°N, 97.31250°W
Concrete (Continuous) Box Beam (Multiple)
A concrete box beam bridge uses hollow rectangular concrete sections. The box shape provides excellent torsional resistance and allows for longer spans.
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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.