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NEFF BRIDGE
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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 256 vehicles per day and is 137 years old (reconstructed in 2012).
Its sufficiency rating of 67.1 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 159 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 256 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 16 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
1889
137 years old (rebuilt 2012)
Structure Type
Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron Truss (Thru)
Total Length
159 ft
48.5 m
Deck Width
16 ft
4.9 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
153 ft
longest unsupported section (46.6 m)
Traffic Lanes
1 lane
Daily Traffic
256vehicles/day
40.53668°N, 78.07789°W
Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron 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.