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A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
over 1347-UPPER HIGGINS CR.RD
4.61 MI FROM NC/TN ST LN
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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 8,759 vehicles per day and is 31 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 76.5 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 27 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 200 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 27 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 8,759 vehicles cross daily — light traffic, a smooth crossing.
The deck is 98 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
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
1995
31 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
200 ft
61.0 m
Deck Width
98 ft
29.9 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
73 ft
longest unsupported section (22.1 m)
Traffic Lanes
5 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
27 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
8,759vehicles/day
36.01427°N, 82.54771°W
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) 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.