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?'
A bridge's favorite type of music? Heavy metal. Or suspension... it depends.
over CSX RR & BERNARD DR
0.71 MI N OF CATON AVE.
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 6 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 108,194 vehicles per day and is 46 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 65.9 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 20 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 has some features that may be challenging for travelers with bridge anxiety. See the tips below for a more comfortable crossing.
This bridge is 1717 feet long — a longer crossing, over 1 minute.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 20 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 108,194 vehicles cross daily — very heavy traffic, high congestion risk.
The deck is 29 feet wide with 1-2 lanes — a narrower 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
1980
46 years old
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
1,717 ft
523.3 m
Deck Width
29 ft
8.7 m
Spans
12
sections between supports
Max Span
216 ft
longest unsupported section (65.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
1 lane
One-way traffic
Clearance Below
20 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
108,194vehicles/day
39.26972°N, 76.65664°W
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A steel stringer bridge uses parallel steel beams (stringers) to support the deck. This is one of the most common bridge types in the US, valued for its simplicity and strength.
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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.