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?'
Connecting the data points... literally.
over UNKNOWN CREEK
3 KM N W OF VEGA ALTA
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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 21,100 vehicles per day and is 35 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 59.4 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 1198 feet long — a moderate crossing, about 30 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 21,100 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 28 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
1991
35 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
1,198 ft
365.3 m
Deck Width
28 ft
8.5 m
Spans
13
sections between supports
Max Span
98 ft
longest unsupported section (29.9 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
21,100vehicles/day
18.42972°N, 66.34278°W
Prestressed Concrete 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.