The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
The Golden Gate Bridge uses 80,000 miles of wire in its cables.
over CARRABASSET RIVER
0.7 MI NE OF OLD RTE 27
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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 74 vehicles per day and is 140 years old (reconstructed in 2009).
Its sufficiency rating of 48.1 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 198 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A suspension bridge — an open design, typically high above the waterway.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 74 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 12 feet wide — a very narrow, single-lane 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
1886
140 years old (rebuilt 2009)
Structure Type
Wood/Timber Suspension
Total Length
198 ft
60.4 m
Deck Width
12 ft
3.7 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
193 ft
longest unsupported section (58.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
1 lane
Daily Traffic
74vehicles/day
44.89075°N, 70.09269°W
Wood/Timber Suspension
A timber stringer bridge uses wooden beams as the primary structure. While less common today, timber bridges remain practical for low-traffic rural roads and historic settings.
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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.