Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
Why was the bridge always tired? Too many crossings.
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IH35E SH121 INTERCHANGE
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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 62,000 vehicles per day and is 20 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 75.1 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 16 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 3889 feet long — an extended crossing, several minutes.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 16 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
About 62,000 vehicles cross daily — heavy traffic, congestion likely during rush hours.
The deck is 62 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
2006
20 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
3,889 ft
1185.4 m
Deck Width
62 ft
18.9 m
Spans
32
sections between supports
Max Span
132 ft
longest unsupported section (40.2 m)
Traffic Lanes
3 lanes
One-way traffic
Clearance Below
16 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
62,000vehicles/day
32.99515°N, 96.96480°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.