Crunching the numbers on America's infrastructure...
Crunching the numbers on America's infrastructure...
The Brooklyn Bridge was sold to gullible tourists so many times it became a saying.
over DELAWARE RIV & NJ 29 SB
MORRISVILLE BORO. 39D04
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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 14,200 vehicles per day and is 98 years old (reconstructed in 1997).
Its sufficiency rating of 65.1 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 15 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 1021 feet long — a moderate crossing, about 30 seconds.
A truss bridge — the steel framework can provide a sense of enclosure.
About 15 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
About 14,200 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 44 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
1928
98 years old (rebuilt 1997)
Structure Type
Steel Truss (Thru)
Total Length
1,021 ft
311.2 m
Deck Width
44 ft
13.4 m
Spans
5
sections between supports
Max Span
210 ft
longest unsupported section (64.0 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
15 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Clearance height compared to familiar objects
Height shown is the navigation clearance below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers and superstructure) may be higher.
Daily Traffic
14,200vehicles/day
40.21043°N, 74.76855°W
Steel Truss (Thru)
A steel truss bridge uses a framework of interconnected triangular elements. The geometric rigidity of triangles makes this design extremely efficient at distributing loads.
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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.