Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
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over NORTH FORK NOLIN RIVER
.1 MI N OF N-JCT US 31E
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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 7,532 vehicles per day and is 43 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 68.2 is above 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 149 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.
About 7,532 vehicles cross daily — light traffic, a smooth crossing.
The deck is 31 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
1983
43 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
149 ft
45.4 m
Deck Width
31 ft
9.4 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
53 ft
longest unsupported section (16.2 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
7,532vehicles/day
37.57611°N, 85.74028°W
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A prestressed concrete stringer bridge uses pretensioned concrete beams, where steel tendons are stretched before concrete is poured. This creates stronger, lighter 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.
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