A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
What's a bridge's favorite exercise? Cross-fit.
over GREAT COHARIE CREEK
0.8 MI. E. OF JCT SR1309
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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 8,750 vehicles per day and is 10 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 65.4 is above 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 1201 feet long — a moderate crossing, about 30 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 8,750 vehicles cross daily — light traffic, a smooth crossing.
The deck is 39 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
2016
10 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
1,201 ft
366.0 m
Deck Width
39 ft
11.9 m
Spans
12
sections between supports
Max Span
103 ft
longest unsupported section (31.3 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
8,750vehicles/day
34.99421°N, 78.37893°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.