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.
The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
over MARIAS RIVER 006
18M SW CHESTER
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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 100 vehicles per day and is 75 years old (reconstructed in 1987).
Its sufficiency rating of 46.3 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 328 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A suspension bridge — an open design, typically high above the waterway.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 100 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 16 feet wide — a very narrow, single-lane 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
1951
75 years old (rebuilt 1987)
Structure Type
Steel Suspension
Total Length
328 ft
100.1 m
Deck Width
16 ft
4.9 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
290 ft
longest unsupported section (88.4 m)
Traffic Lanes
1 lane
Daily Traffic
100vehicles/day
48.29106°N, 111.04648°W
Steel Suspension
A suspension bridge hangs the deck from cables supported by tall towers. This design enables the longest bridge spans in the world.
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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.