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.
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over Amole Channel
0.78 M N Den Chavez Blvd
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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 20,800 vehicles per day and is 19 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 69.5 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 100 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 352 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
This is a culvert — you may not even notice you're crossing it.
About 100 feet above ground — a high bridge with significant elevation.
About 20,800 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 352 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
2007
19 years old
Structure Type
Concrete Culvert
Total Length
352 ft
107.3 m
Deck Width
352 ft
107.3 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
10 ft
longest unsupported section (3.0 m)
Traffic Lanes
6 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
100 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
20,800vehicles/day
35.04650°N, 106.73694°W
Concrete Culvert
A concrete culvert is a drainage structure that allows water to flow beneath a road. While technically not a traditional bridge, culverts over 20 feet are tracked in the national inventory.
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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.