Crunching the numbers on America's infrastructure...
Crunching the numbers on America's infrastructure...
What do you call a bridge that tells jokes? A pun-toon bridge.
over CONEMAUGH RIVER
BLAIRSVILLE NO.1
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 5 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 20,532 vehicles per day and is 75 years old (reconstructed in 2017).
Its sufficiency rating of 61.0 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 658 feet long — a moderate crossing, about 30 seconds.
A truss bridge — the steel framework can provide a sense of enclosure.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 20,532 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 63 feet wide with 3-4 lanes — standard 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
1951
75 years old (rebuilt 2017)
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Truss (Deck)
Total Length
658 ft
200.6 m
Deck Width
63 ft
19.1 m
Spans
4
sections between supports
Max Span
160 ft
longest unsupported section (48.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
20,532vehicles/day
40.43766°N, 79.27290°W
Steel (Continuous) Truss (Deck)
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.