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Why was the bridge always tired? Too many crossings.
over CSX RAILROAD
EAST BROAD STREET 3700D07
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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 171,045 vehicles per day and is 54 years old (reconstructed in 1977).
Its sufficiency rating of 61.8 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 23 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 has some features that may be challenging for travelers with bridge anxiety. See the tips below for a more comfortable crossing.
This bridge is 5191 feet long — an extended crossing, several minutes.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 23 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 171,045 vehicles cross daily — very heavy traffic, high congestion risk.
The deck is 109 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
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
1972
54 years old (rebuilt 1977)
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
5,191 ft
1582.2 m
Deck Width
109 ft
33.3 m
Spans
67
sections between supports
Max Span
90 ft
longest unsupported section (27.4 m)
Traffic Lanes
6 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
23 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
171,045vehicles/day
39.89881°N, 75.16903°W
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A prestressed concrete stringer bridge uses pretensioned concrete beams, where steel tendons are stretched before concrete is poured. This creates stronger, lighter spans.
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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.