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 walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
over WATER WESTFIELD RIVER
JCT MEADOW ST.
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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 27,300 vehicles per day and is 88 years old (reconstructed in 2011).
Its sufficiency rating of 65.8 is above 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 376 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 27,300 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 43 feet wide with 2-3 lanes — moderate 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
1938
88 years old (rebuilt 2011)
Structure Type
Steel Truss (Thru)
Total Length
376 ft
114.6 m
Deck Width
43 ft
13.2 m
Spans
2
sections between supports
Max Span
184 ft
longest unsupported section (56.1 m)
Traffic Lanes
3 lanes
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
27,300vehicles/day
42.12890°N, 72.74622°W
Steel Truss (Thru)
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.