Why was the bridge always tired? Too many crossings.
Why was the bridge always tired? Too many crossings.
The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
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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 849 vehicles per day and is 113 years old (reconstructed in 2016).
Its sufficiency rating of 49.1 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 17 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 225 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A movable bridge — it may occasionally stop for boat traffic.
About 17 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
Only about 849 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 33 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
1913
113 years old (rebuilt 2016)
Structure Type
Steel Movable (Bascule)
Total Length
225 ft
68.6 m
Deck Width
33 ft
10.1 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
165 ft
longest unsupported section (50.2 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
17 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
849vehicles/day
42.91518°N, 78.90265°W
Steel Movable (Bascule)
A movable bridge can change position to allow passage of boats or other traffic. Steel movable bridges include lift, bascule (drawbridge), and swing types.
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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.