Fun fact: The average American crosses 4 bridges a day without even noticing.
Fun fact: The average American crosses 4 bridges a day without even noticing.
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over FORESTBROOK RD
4 MI N. OF MYRTLE BEACH
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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 31,900 vehicles per day and is 22 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 66.3 is above 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 may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 1015 feet long — a moderate crossing, about 30 seconds.
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 31,900 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 71 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
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
2004
22 years old
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
1,015 ft
309.3 m
Deck Width
71 ft
21.5 m
Spans
5
sections between supports
Max Span
294 ft
longest unsupported section (89.6 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
One-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
31,900vehicles/day
33.73244°N, 78.94464°W
Steel (Continuous) 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.