A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
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over OVER MIDDLE CREEK
1.5 MI.NE OF BEAVERTOWN
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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 200 vehicles per day and is 47 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 70.3 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 136 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 200 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 31 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
1979
47 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Box Beam (Multiple)
Total Length
136 ft
41.5 m
Deck Width
31 ft
9.6 m
Spans
2
sections between supports
Max Span
66 ft
longest unsupported section (20.1 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
200vehicles/day
40.77558°N, 77.14474°W
Prestressed Concrete Box Beam (Multiple)
A prestressed concrete box beam bridge combines hollow box sections with prestressing technology, enabling longer spans with reduced weight and material usage.
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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.