Almost there! Just bridging the gap...
Almost there! Just bridging the gap...
What do you call a bridge that tells jokes? A pun-toon bridge.
over Branch of Big Sandy Crk
0.2 Mi N of BU 271
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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 245 vehicles per day and is 53 years old (reconstructed in 1990).
Its sufficiency rating of 65.9 is above the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge is likely to be a comfortable crossing for most travelers.
This bridge is 33 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
This is a culvert — you may not even notice you're crossing it.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 245 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 70 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
1973
53 years old (rebuilt 1990)
Structure Type
Concrete Culvert
Total Length
33 ft
10.1 m
Deck Width
70 ft
21.3 m
Spans
4
sections between supports
Max Span
8 ft
longest unsupported section (2.4 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
245vehicles/day
33.65428°N, 95.52660°W
Concrete Culvert
A concrete culvert is a drainage structure that allows water to flow beneath a road. While technically not a traditional bridge, culverts over 20 feet are tracked in the national inventory.
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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.