Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
over OHLEN RD & LOCAL STREETS
BETWEEN BURNET RD & LAMAR
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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 52,287 vehicles per day and is 28 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 73.9 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 27 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 6122 feet long — an extended crossing, several minutes.
A standard bridge design.
About 27 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 52,287 vehicles cross daily — heavy traffic, congestion likely during rush hours.
The deck is 58 feet wide with 3-4 lanes — standard width.
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
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Segmental Box Girder
Total Length
1.16 mi
1866.0 m
Deck Width
58 ft
17.7 m
Spans
47
sections between supports
Max Span
134 ft
longest unsupported section (40.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
3 lanes
One-way traffic
Clearance Below
27 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
52,287vehicles/day
30.36829°N, 97.71872°W
Prestressed Concrete Segmental Box Girder
A prestressed concrete box beam bridge combines hollow box sections with prestressing technology, enabling longer spans with reduced weight and material usage.
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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.