What's a bridge's favorite exercise? Cross-fit.
What's a bridge's favorite exercise? Cross-fit.
The Brooklyn Bridge was sold to gullible tourists so many times it became a saying.
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 6 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 8,907 vehicles per day and is 28 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 73.7 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 54 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 1672 feet long — a longer crossing, over 1 minute.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 54 feet above ground — an elevated crossing, similar to a 5-10 story building.
About 8,907 vehicles cross daily — light traffic, a smooth crossing.
The deck is 74 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
1998
28 years old
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Girder & Floorbeam
Total Length
1,672 ft
509.5 m
Deck Width
74 ft
22.6 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
350 ft
longest unsupported section (106.7 m)
Traffic Lanes
4 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
54 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
8,907vehicles/day
36.27022°N, 87.07870°W
Steel (Continuous) Girder & Floorbeam
A steel girder bridge relies on large steel I-beams or plate girders as the primary load-bearing members. These bridges can span significant distances and carry heavy loads.
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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.