Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
Bridges: the original social network. Connecting communities since 850 BC.
over FLAT RIVER
7 MI NW OF SARANAC
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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 144 vehicles per day and is 159 years old (reconstructed in 2020).
Its sufficiency rating of 52.3 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 118 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
A truss bridge — the steel framework can provide a sense of enclosure.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 144 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 18 feet wide with 1-2 lanes — a narrower crossing.
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
1867
159 years old (rebuilt 2020)
Structure Type
Wood/Timber Truss (Thru)
Total Length
118 ft
36.1 m
Deck Width
18 ft
5.6 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
116 ft
longest unsupported section (35.3 m)
Traffic Lanes
1 lane
Daily Traffic
144vehicles/day
43.01471°N, 85.29775°W
Wood/Timber Truss (Thru)
A wood truss bridge uses a timber framework of triangular elements. Many historic covered bridges use this design, which protects the structural wood from weather.
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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.