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.
Why was the bridge always tired? Too many crossings.
over OCONNELL ST
0.1 MI W OF ALLENS AV
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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 149,300 vehicles per day and is 64 years old (reconstructed in 2007).
Its sufficiency rating of 61.4 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 14 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 may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 53 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 14 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
About 149,300 vehicles cross daily — very heavy traffic, high congestion risk.
The deck is 168 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
1962
64 years old (rebuilt 2007)
Structure Type
Concrete Box Beam (Multiple)
Total Length
53 ft
16.2 m
Deck Width
168 ft
51.1 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
48 ft
longest unsupported section (14.6 m)
Traffic Lanes
9 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
14 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
149,300vehicles/day
41.80707°N, 71.40512°W
Concrete Box Beam (Multiple)
A concrete box beam bridge uses hollow rectangular concrete sections. The box shape provides excellent torsional resistance and allows for longer 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.