Almost there! Just bridging the gap...
Almost there! Just bridging the gap...
The Brooklyn Bridge was sold to gullible tourists so many times it became a saying.
over NYCTA LONG ISLAND
AT BAY RIDGE
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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 22,648 vehicles per day and is 107 years old (reconstructed in 1997).
Its sufficiency rating of 50.6 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 15 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 is likely to be a comfortable crossing for most travelers.
This bridge is 136 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 15 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
About 22,648 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 102 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
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
1919
107 years old (rebuilt 1997)
Structure Type
Steel Girder & Floorbeam
Total Length
136 ft
41.5 m
Deck Width
102 ft
31.0 m
Spans
4
sections between supports
Max Span
49 ft
longest unsupported section (14.9 m)
Traffic Lanes
4 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
15 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
22,648vehicles/day
40.63781°N, 74.02156°W
Steel Girder & Floorbeam
A steel girder bridge relies on large steel I-beams or plate girders as the primary load-bearing members. These bridges can span significant distances and carry heavy loads.
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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.