What did one bridge say to the other? 'You're looking a bit stressed.'
What did one bridge say to the other? 'You're looking a bit stressed.'
Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
over ST GEORGE RIVER
0.1 MI W COMMON RD
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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 80 vehicles per day and is 103 years old (reconstructed in 2007).
Its sufficiency rating of 56.9 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 64 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
A truss bridge — the steel framework can provide a sense of enclosure.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 80 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 19 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
1923
103 years old (rebuilt 2007)
Structure Type
Steel Truss (Thru)
Total Length
64 ft
19.4 m
Deck Width
19 ft
5.8 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
60 ft
longest unsupported section (18.3 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
80vehicles/day
44.21432°N, 69.28319°W
Steel Truss (Thru)
A steel truss bridge uses a framework of interconnected triangular elements. The geometric rigidity of triangles makes this design extremely efficient at distributing 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.