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?'
Fun fact: The average American crosses 4 bridges a day without even noticing.
over WATER RESERVE CHANNEL
1. 6 KM SE OF FT PT CHAN
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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 24,052 vehicles per day and is 134 years old (reconstructed in 2003).
Its sufficiency rating of 58.6 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 6 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 932 feet long — a moderate crossing, about 30 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 6 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
About 24,052 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 71 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
1892
134 years old (rebuilt 2003)
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Box Beam (Multiple)
Total Length
932 ft
284.1 m
Deck Width
71 ft
21.6 m
Spans
17
sections between supports
Max Span
55 ft
longest unsupported section (16.7 m)
Traffic Lanes
4 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
6 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Daily Traffic
24,052vehicles/day
42.34248°N, 71.03629°W
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) 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.