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Fun fact: The average American crosses 4 bridges a day without even noticing.
over AIRWAYS BLVD.
BRILEY PKWY @ AIRPORT DR
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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 36,384 vehicles per day and is 67 years old (reconstructed in 2006).
Its sufficiency rating of 52.0 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 16 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 178 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 16 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
About 36,384 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 63 feet wide with 3-4 lanes — standard width.
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
1959
67 years old (rebuilt 2006)
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
178 ft
54.3 m
Deck Width
63 ft
19.1 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
72 ft
longest unsupported section (21.9 m)
Traffic Lanes
4 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
16 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
36,384vehicles/day
36.12957°N, 86.69510°W
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A prestressed concrete stringer bridge uses pretensioned concrete beams, where steel tendons are stretched before concrete is poured. This creates stronger, lighter 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.