Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
over WOUNDED KNEE CREEK
2.6KM N OF MANDERSON
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This bridge has a Good overall condition rating of 8 out of 9. It is in good structural condition and is not classified as structurally deficient.
The bridge carries 600 vehicles per day and is 19 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 60.7 places it below the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge is likely to be a comfortable crossing for most travelers.
This bridge is 31 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
This is a culvert — you may not even notice you're crossing it.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 600 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 81 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
2007
19 years old
Structure Type
Concrete Culvert
Total Length
31 ft
9.4 m
Deck Width
81 ft
24.7 m
Spans
2
sections between supports
Max Span
15 ft
longest unsupported section (4.6 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
600vehicles/day
43.25407°N, 102.46778°W
Concrete Culvert
A concrete culvert is a drainage structure that allows water to flow beneath a road. While technically not a traditional bridge, culverts over 20 feet are tracked in the national inventory.
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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.