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.
Fun fact: The average American crosses 4 bridges a day without even noticing.
over I-40 EBL/WBL @ mp 117.93
I-40 @ MESITA I/C MP117
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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 950 vehicles per day and is 67 years old (reconstructed in 1987).
Its sufficiency rating of 69.6 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 16 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 236 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 16 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
Only about 950 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 38 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
1959
67 years old (rebuilt 1987)
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Box Beam (Multiple)
Total Length
236 ft
71.9 m
Deck Width
38 ft
11.6 m
Spans
4
sections between supports
Max Span
65 ft
longest unsupported section (19.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
16 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
950vehicles/day
35.01188°N, 107.32194°W
Prestressed Concrete Box Beam (Multiple)
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.