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.
Analyzing deck conditions, superstructure ratings, and bad puns...
over LITTLE MINNESOTA RIVER
1W & 1.5N OF CLAIRE CITY
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This bridge has a Poor overall condition rating of 4 out of 9. This bridge is classified as being in poor condition, meaning one or more structural components have significant deterioration. Poor condition does not mean the bridge is unsafe to drive on, but it does mean repairs or replacement may be needed.
The bridge carries 35 vehicles per day and is 59 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 45.3 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 25 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
A standard bridge design.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 35 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 25 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
1967
59 years old
Structure Type
Concrete Channel Beam
Total Length
25 ft
7.6 m
Deck Width
25 ft
7.7 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
23 ft
longest unsupported section (7.0 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
35vehicles/day
45.87743°N, 97.12085°W
Concrete Channel Beam
A concrete stringer bridge uses reinforced concrete beams running parallel to traffic. It combines the durability of concrete with efficient beam-based load distribution.
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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.