Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
If I had a dime for every bridge I've crossed, I'd have about ten bucks by now.
over HARRY HINES & INWOOD
AT INWOOD AND H. HINES
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 6 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 26,270 vehicles per day and is 34 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 63.6 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 2084 feet long — a longer crossing, over 1 minute.
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 26,270 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 31 feet wide with 1-2 lanes — a narrower crossing.
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
1992
34 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Slab
Total Length
2,084 ft
635.2 m
Deck Width
31 ft
9.5 m
Spans
28
sections between supports
Max Span
90 ft
longest unsupported section (27.4 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-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
26,270vehicles/day
32.81362°N, 96.84143°W
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Slab
A prestressed concrete slab bridge uses a flat concrete deck that has been pretensioned for additional strength. Efficient for short to medium 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.