Fun fact: The average American crosses 4 bridges a day without even noticing.
Fun fact: The average American crosses 4 bridges a day without even noticing.
What did one bridge say to the other? 'You're looking a bit stressed.'
over IH 45 MEDIAN
0.35 MI NW OF FM 1959
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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 16,414 vehicles per day and is 28 years old (reconstructed in 2017).
Its sufficiency rating of 67.9 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 1450 feet long — a moderate crossing, about 30 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 16,414 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 23 feet wide with 1-2 lanes — a narrower crossing.
This bridge crosses over land, not water — no water views 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
1998
28 years old (rebuilt 2017)
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Box Beam (Single/Spread)
Total Length
1,450 ft
442.0 m
Deck Width
23 ft
7.1 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
140 ft
longest unsupported section (42.7 m)
Traffic Lanes
1 lane
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
16,414vehicles/day
29.59484°N, 95.19351°W
Steel (Continuous) Box Beam (Single)
A steel box beam bridge uses hollow rectangular steel sections that provide excellent torsional resistance and allow for longer 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.