The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
Why don't bridges ever get lonely? Because they're always making connections.
over UT TO PIGEON RIVER
0.02 MI.W.JCT.PISGAH RD.
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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 1,000 vehicles per day and is 126 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 55.8 places it below 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 31 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
A standard bridge design.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 1,000 vehicles cross daily — light traffic, a smooth crossing.
The deck is 30 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
1900
126 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Channel Beam
Total Length
31 ft
9.4 m
Deck Width
30 ft
9.1 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
30 ft
longest unsupported section (9.1 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
1,000vehicles/day
35.52322°N, 82.83904°W
Prestressed Concrete Channel Beam
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.