What do you call a bridge that tells jokes? A pun-toon bridge.
What do you call a bridge that tells jokes? A pun-toon bridge.
The Brooklyn Bridge was sold to gullible tourists so many times it became a saying.
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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 18,712 vehicles per day and is 57 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 51.9 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 13 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 177 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 13 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
About 18,712 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 44 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
1969
57 years old
Structure Type
Steel Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
177 ft
53.9 m
Deck Width
44 ft
13.4 m
Spans
4
sections between supports
Max Span
55 ft
longest unsupported section (16.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
3 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
13 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
18,712vehicles/day
39.83614°N, 75.00211°W
Steel Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A steel stringer bridge uses parallel steel beams (stringers) to support the deck. This is one of the most common bridge types in the US, valued for its simplicity and strength.
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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.