Almost there! Just bridging the gap...
Almost there! Just bridging the gap...
Why was the bridge always tired? Too many crossings.
over PENASCO RIVER
1.1 MI S JCT US-82/HOPE
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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 481 vehicles per day and is 70 years old (reconstructed in 2008).
Its sufficiency rating of 64.5 is above the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 245 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 481 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 26 feet wide with 1-2 lanes — a narrower crossing.
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
1956
70 years old (rebuilt 2008)
Structure Type
Concrete (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
245 ft
74.7 m
Deck Width
26 ft
7.9 m
Spans
6
sections between supports
Max Span
40 ft
longest unsupported section (12.2 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
481vehicles/day
32.79529°N, 104.73951°W
Concrete (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A concrete stringer bridge uses reinforced concrete beams running parallel to traffic. It combines the durability of concrete with efficient beam-based load distribution.
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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.