The Golden Gate Bridge uses 80,000 miles of wire in its cables.
The Golden Gate Bridge uses 80,000 miles of wire in its cables.
Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
over MISSISSIPPI R; UP RR
AT DAKOTA/WASHINGTON CO
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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 51,236 vehicles per day and is 18 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 78.1 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 58 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 has some features that may be challenging for travelers with bridge anxiety. See the tips below for a more comfortable crossing.
This bridge is 1892 feet long — a longer crossing, over 1 minute.
A standard bridge design.
About 58 feet above ground — an elevated crossing, similar to a 5-10 story building.
About 51,236 vehicles cross daily — heavy traffic, congestion likely during rush hours.
The deck is 86 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
2008
18 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Segmental Box Girder
Total Length
1,892 ft
576.6 m
Deck Width
86 ft
26.2 m
Spans
5
sections between supports
Max Span
466 ft
longest unsupported section (142.0 m)
Traffic Lanes
5 lanes
One-way traffic
Clearance Below
58 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
51,236vehicles/day
44.88286°N, 93.01586°W
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Segmental Box Girder
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.