A bridge's favorite type of music? Heavy metal. Or suspension... it depends.
A bridge's favorite type of music? Heavy metal. Or suspension... it depends.
Fun fact: The average American crosses 4 bridges a day without even noticing.
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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 36,195 vehicles per day and is 56 years old (reconstructed in 2021).
Its sufficiency rating of 67.6 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 14 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 595 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 14 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
About 36,195 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 35 feet wide with 2-3 lanes — moderate width.
This bridge crosses over land, not water — no water views 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
1970
56 years old (rebuilt 2021)
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Box Beam (Single/Spread)
Total Length
595 ft
181.4 m
Deck Width
35 ft
10.7 m
Spans
5
sections between supports
Max Span
130 ft
longest unsupported section (39.6 m)
Traffic Lanes
1 lane
One-way traffic
Clearance Below
14 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
36,195vehicles/day
41.26270°N, 95.93580°W
Steel (Continuous) Box Beam (Single)
A steel box beam bridge uses hollow rectangular steel sections that provide excellent torsional resistance and allow for longer 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.