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?'
If I had a dime for every bridge I've crossed, I'd have about ten bucks by now.
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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 243 vehicles per day and is 66 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 37.6 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 21 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 120 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 21 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
Only about 243 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 16 feet wide — a very narrow, single-lane crossing.
This bridge crosses over land, not water — no water views 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
1960
66 years old
Structure Type
Steel Girder & Floorbeam
Total Length
120 ft
36.6 m
Deck Width
16 ft
5.0 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
38 ft
longest unsupported section (11.6 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
21 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
243vehicles/day
37.06750°N, 84.05639°W
Steel 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.