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over ROCK ISLAND RD BEAR CR
1.40 MI SOUTH OF SH 183
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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 156,000 vehicles per day and is 17 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 76.2 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 19 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 has some features that may be challenging for travelers with bridge anxiety. See the tips below for a more comfortable crossing.
This bridge is 6193 feet long — an extended crossing, several minutes.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 19 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 156,000 vehicles cross daily — very heavy traffic, high congestion risk.
The deck is 83 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
2009
17 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
1.17 mi
1887.6 m
Deck Width
83 ft
25.3 m
Spans
37
sections between supports
Max Span
153 ft
longest unsupported section (46.6 m)
Traffic Lanes
3 lanes
One-way traffic
Clearance Below
19 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
156,000vehicles/day
32.81588°N, 97.01808°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.