Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
The Golden Gate Bridge uses 80,000 miles of wire in its cables.
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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 11,273 vehicles per day and is 96 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 61.5 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 10 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 73 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
An arch bridge design with some openness to the surroundings.
About 10 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
About 11,273 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 75 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
1930
96 years old
Structure Type
Concrete Arch (Deck)
Total Length
73 ft
22.2 m
Deck Width
75 ft
23.0 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
65 ft
longest unsupported section (19.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
5 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
10 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Daily Traffic
11,273vehicles/day
40.69386°N, 73.54363°W
Concrete Arch (Deck)
A concrete arch bridge uses a curved concrete structure to transfer loads through compression. Concrete arches are durable and can be very aesthetically pleasing.
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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.