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 Brooklyn Bridge was sold to gullible tourists so many times it became a saying.
over TRIB S BR PATAPSCO RIVER
2000 FT. WEST OF MD 32
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This bridge has a Good overall condition rating of 7 out of 9. It is in good structural condition and is not classified as structurally deficient.
The bridge carries 136 vehicles per day and is 26 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 74.3 is above the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge is likely to be a comfortable crossing for most travelers.
This bridge is 23 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
This is a culvert — you may not even notice you're crossing it.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 136 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 0 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
2000
26 years old
Structure Type
Steel Culvert
Total Length
23 ft
7.0 m
Max Span
10 ft
longest unsupported section (3.0 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
136vehicles/day
39.34038°N, 76.96331°W
Steel Culvert
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.