Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
over WATER DEERFIELD RIVER
AT JCT RIVER RD
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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 17,850 vehicles per day and is 94 years old (reconstructed in 1991).
Its sufficiency rating of 58.9 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 538 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A truss bridge — the steel framework can provide a sense of enclosure.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 17,850 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 50 feet wide with 3-4 lanes — standard width.
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
1932
94 years old (rebuilt 1991)
Structure Type
Steel Truss (Deck)
Total Length
538 ft
164.0 m
Deck Width
50 ft
15.3 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
133 ft
longest unsupported section (40.5 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
17,850vehicles/day
42.56958°N, 72.59203°W
Steel Truss (Deck)
A steel truss bridge uses a framework of interconnected triangular elements. The geometric rigidity of triangles makes this design extremely efficient at distributing loads.
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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.