Why was the bridge always tired? Too many crossings.
Why was the bridge always tired? Too many crossings.
A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
over WATER DANVERS RIVER
AT DANVERS RIVER
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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 48,600 vehicles per day and is 30 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 70.5 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 49 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 may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 2233 feet long — a longer crossing, over 1 minute.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 49 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 48,600 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 89 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
1996
30 years old
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
2,233 ft
680.6 m
Deck Width
89 ft
27.0 m
Spans
14
sections between supports
Max Span
220 ft
longest unsupported section (67.1 m)
Traffic Lanes
4 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
49 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
48,600vehicles/day
42.53912°N, 70.88761°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.