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?'
What do you call a bridge that tells jokes? A pun-toon bridge.
over WATER BELLE ISLE INLET
AT WINTHROP TOWN LINE
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This bridge has a Good overall condition rating of 7 out of 9. It is in good structural condition and is not classified as structurally deficient.
The bridge carries 34,138 vehicles per day and is 13 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 72.9 is above 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 204 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 6 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
About 34,138 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 60 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
2013
13 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Slab
Total Length
204 ft
62.2 m
Deck Width
60 ft
18.4 m
Spans
5
sections between supports
Max Span
39 ft
longest unsupported section (11.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
6 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Daily Traffic
34,138vehicles/day
42.38263°N, 70.99426°W
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Slab
A prestressed concrete slab bridge uses a flat concrete deck that has been pretensioned for additional strength. Efficient for short to medium spans.
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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.