Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
Why was the bridge always tired? Too many crossings.
Parametric wireframe generated from real NBI dimensions. Drag to rotate, scroll to zoom.
Loading 3D model...
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 10,010 vehicles per day and is 76 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 57.7 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 707 feet long — a moderate crossing, about 30 seconds.
A truss bridge — the steel framework can provide a sense of enclosure.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 10,010 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 35 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
1950
76 years old
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Truss (Deck)
Total Length
707 ft
215.5 m
Deck Width
35 ft
10.8 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
300 ft
longest unsupported section (91.4 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
10,010vehicles/day
37.00444°N, 84.61472°W
Steel (Continuous) Truss (Deck)
A steel truss bridge uses a framework of interconnected triangular elements. The geometric rigidity of triangles makes this design extremely efficient at distributing loads.
Learn more about this bridge typeNo ratings yet. Be the first to rate this bridge!
Sign in and track Kentucky to receive alerts when new inspection data is published. Premium members get bridge-specific notifications.
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.