Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
Why was the bridge always tired? Too many crossings.
over CHIPPEWA RIVER
1 MILES NE OF WATSON MN
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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 520 vehicles per day and is 88 years old (reconstructed in 1986).
Its sufficiency rating of 59.4 places it below the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge is likely to be a comfortable crossing for most travelers.
This bridge is 151 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 520 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 39 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 1986)
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
151 ft
46.0 m
Deck Width
39 ft
11.9 m
Spans
5
sections between supports
Max Span
30 ft
longest unsupported section (9.1 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
520vehicles/day
45.02200°N, 95.79120°W
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A prestressed concrete stringer bridge uses pretensioned concrete beams, where steel tendons are stretched before concrete is poured. This creates stronger, lighter 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.