The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
Over 5 billion bridge crossings happen every single day in America.
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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 2,100 vehicles per day and is 128 years old (reconstructed in 1970).
Its sufficiency rating of 56.7 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 21 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 is likely to be a comfortable crossing for most travelers.
This bridge is 82 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 21 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 2,100 vehicles cross daily — light traffic, a smooth crossing.
The deck is 50 feet wide with 3-4 lanes — standard width.
This bridge crosses over land, not water — no water views 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
1898
128 years old (rebuilt 1970)
Structure Type
Steel Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
82 ft
25.0 m
Deck Width
50 ft
15.1 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
63 ft
longest unsupported section (19.2 m)
Traffic Lanes
1 lane
One-way traffic
Clearance Below
21 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
2,100vehicles/day
39.96094°N, 75.16668°W
Steel Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A steel stringer bridge uses parallel steel beams (stringers) to support the deck. This is one of the most common bridge types in the US, valued for its simplicity and strength.
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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.