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Why was the bridge always tired? Too many crossings.
over THOROFARE BAY CHANNEL
3.2 MI.N. OF JCT.US70
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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 800 vehicles per day and is 31 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 62.2 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 4 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 3065 feet long — a longer crossing, over 1 minute.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 4 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
Only about 800 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 32 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
1995
31 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
3,065 ft
934.2 m
Deck Width
32 ft
9.9 m
Spans
39
sections between supports
Max Span
143 ft
longest unsupported section (43.5 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
4 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Daily Traffic
800vehicles/day
34.92645°N, 76.36380°W
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) 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.