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?'
The Golden Gate Bridge uses 80,000 miles of wire in its cables.
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This bridge has a Good overall condition rating of 7 out of 9. It is in good structural condition and is not classified as structurally deficient.
The bridge carries 500 vehicles per day and is 63 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 47.3 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 473 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A suspension bridge — an open design, typically high above the waterway.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 500 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 18 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
1963
63 years old
Structure Type
Steel Suspension
Total Length
473 ft
144.2 m
Deck Width
18 ft
5.4 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
367 ft
longest unsupported section (111.9 m)
Traffic Lanes
1 lane
Daily Traffic
500vehicles/day
44.52568°N, 121.29968°W
Steel Suspension
A suspension bridge hangs the deck from cables supported by tall towers. This design enables the longest bridge spans in the world.
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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.