The Brooklyn Bridge was sold to gullible tourists so many times it became a saying.
The Brooklyn Bridge was sold to gullible tourists so many times it became a saying.
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0.1MI EAST ATLANTIC AVE.
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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 22,000 vehicles per day and is 30 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 54.2 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 16 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 866 feet long — a moderate crossing, about 30 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 16 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
About 22,000 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 99 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
This bridge crosses over land, not water — no water views 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
Prestressed Concrete Box Beam (Multiple)
Total Length
866 ft
263.9 m
Deck Width
99 ft
30.1 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
236 ft
longest unsupported section (71.9 m)
Traffic Lanes
6 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
16 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
22,000vehicles/day
42.35394°N, 71.05004°W
Prestressed Concrete Box Beam (Multiple)
A prestressed concrete box beam bridge combines hollow box sections with prestressing technology, enabling longer spans with reduced weight and material usage.
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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.