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?'
Wow, there are a lot of bridges here... one second please.
over OWL CREEK
2.3MI SE JCT TN252&TN253
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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 250 vehicles per day and is 17 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 71.0 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 44 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
An arch bridge design with some openness to the surroundings.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 250 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 57 feet wide with 3-4 lanes — standard 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
2009
17 years old
Structure Type
Concrete Arch (Deck)
Total Length
44 ft
13.4 m
Deck Width
57 ft
17.4 m
Spans
2
sections between supports
Max Span
19 ft
longest unsupported section (5.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
250vehicles/day
35.98532°N, 86.73930°W
Concrete Arch (Deck)
A concrete arch bridge uses a curved concrete structure to transfer loads through compression. Concrete arches are durable and can be very aesthetically pleasing.
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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.