A bridge's favorite type of music? Heavy metal. Or suspension... it depends.
A bridge's favorite type of music? Heavy metal. Or suspension... it depends.
Over 5 billion bridge crossings happen every single day in America.
over CATAWISSA CREEK
0.5 MI E OF CATAWISSA
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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 300 vehicles per day and is 175 years old (reconstructed in 1999).
Its sufficiency rating of 41.2 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 117 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
A truss bridge — the steel framework can provide a sense of enclosure.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 300 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 15 feet wide — a very narrow, single-lane 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
1851
175 years old (rebuilt 1999)
Structure Type
Wood/Timber Truss (Thru)
Total Length
117 ft
35.7 m
Deck Width
15 ft
4.6 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
104 ft
longest unsupported section (31.7 m)
Traffic Lanes
1 lane
Daily Traffic
300vehicles/day
40.95182°N, 76.44771°W
Wood/Timber Truss (Thru)
A wood truss bridge uses a timber framework of triangular elements. Many historic covered bridges use this design, which protects the structural wood from weather.
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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.