A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
over LITTLE KENTUCKY RIVER
0.4 MI N OF KY 153
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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 19,833 vehicles per day and is 58 years old (reconstructed in 2014).
Its sufficiency rating of 62.6 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 231 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.
About 19,833 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 41 feet wide with 2-3 lanes — moderate 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
1968
58 years old (rebuilt 2014)
Structure Type
Concrete (Continuous) Tee Beam
Total Length
231 ft
70.3 m
Deck Width
41 ft
12.6 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
90 ft
longest unsupported section (27.4 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
19,833vehicles/day
38.46083°N, 85.29083°W
Concrete (Continuous) Tee Beam
A concrete tee beam bridge uses T-shaped cross-section beams where the top flange serves as part of the deck, efficiently using concrete in both compression and tension.
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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.