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.
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over IH 45 NB ENTRANCE RAMP F
1.2 MI SE OF LP 336
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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 125,607 vehicles per day and is 14 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 67.5 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 18 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 990 feet long — a moderate crossing, about 30 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 18 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 125,607 vehicles cross daily — very heavy traffic, high congestion risk.
The deck is 26 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
2012
14 years old
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
990 ft
301.8 m
Deck Width
26 ft
8.0 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
265 ft
longest unsupported section (80.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
1 lane
One-way traffic
Clearance Below
18 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
125,607vehicles/day
30.31828°N, 95.47232°W
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A steel stringer bridge uses parallel steel beams (stringers) to support the deck. This is one of the most common bridge types in the US, valued for its simplicity and strength.
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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.