A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
over CLINCH RIVER(NORRIS LAKE
5.6 MI.NE.OF MAYNARDVILLE
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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 7,637 vehicles per day and is 10 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 76.0 is above 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 2100 feet long — a longer crossing, over 1 minute.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 7,637 vehicles cross daily — light traffic, a smooth crossing.
The deck is 45 feet wide with 2-3 lanes — moderate width.
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
2016
10 years old
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
2,100 ft
640.0 m
Deck Width
45 ft
13.8 m
Spans
7
sections between supports
Max Span
377 ft
longest unsupported section (115.0 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
7,637vehicles/day
36.33739°N, 83.74200°W
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A steel stringer bridge uses parallel steel beams (stringers) to support the deck. This is one of the most common bridge types in the US, valued for its simplicity and strength.
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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.