Why was the bridge always tired? Too many crossings.
Why was the bridge always tired? Too many crossings.
The Brooklyn Bridge was sold to gullible tourists so many times it became a saying.
over Bluewater Creek & CR
5.3 MI W OF I-40 EXIT-79
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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 23,581 vehicles per day and is 55 years old (reconstructed in 2007).
Its sufficiency rating of 73.0 is above 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 152 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 13 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
About 23,581 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 45 feet wide with 2-3 lanes — moderate width.
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
1971
55 years old (rebuilt 2007)
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
152 ft
46.4 m
Deck Width
45 ft
13.7 m
Spans
4
sections between supports
Max Span
40 ft
longest unsupported section (12.2 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
One-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
23,581vehicles/day
35.24355°N, 107.95788°W
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A prestressed concrete stringer bridge uses pretensioned concrete beams, where steel tendons are stretched before concrete is poured. This creates stronger, lighter 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.