Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
Fun fact: The average American crosses 4 bridges a day without even noticing.
over TULPEHOCKEN CREEK
TULPEHOCKEN/IE MYERSTOWN
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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 100 vehicles per day and is 17 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 67.9 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 36 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
An arch bridge design with some openness to the surroundings.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 100 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 24 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
2009
17 years old
Structure Type
Concrete Arch (Deck)
Total Length
36 ft
11.0 m
Deck Width
24 ft
7.3 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
36 ft
longest unsupported section (11.0 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
100vehicles/day
40.37166°N, 76.27366°W
Concrete Arch (Deck)
A concrete arch bridge uses a curved concrete structure to transfer loads through compression. Concrete arches are durable and can be very aesthetically pleasing.
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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.