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?'
Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
over CAREY BRANCH
1.88 MILES S OF MD 414
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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 65,100 vehicles per day and is 81 years old (reconstructed in 1966).
Its sufficiency rating of 78.3 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 35 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.
About 65,100 vehicles cross daily — heavy traffic, congestion likely during rush hours.
The deck is 159 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
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
1945
81 years old (rebuilt 1966)
Structure Type
Concrete Culvert
Total Length
35 ft
10.7 m
Deck Width
159 ft
48.6 m
Spans
2
sections between supports
Max Span
14 ft
longest unsupported section (4.3 m)
Traffic Lanes
6 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
65,100vehicles/day
38.77594°N, 76.99638°W
Concrete Culvert
A concrete culvert is a drainage structure that allows water to flow beneath a road. While technically not a traditional bridge, culverts over 20 feet are tracked in the national inventory.
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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.