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.
A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
over Old West Main Drain
1.5 MI N OF SH 186
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This bridge has a Good overall condition rating of 8 out of 9. It is in good structural condition and is not classified as structurally deficient.
The bridge carries 163 vehicles per day and is 2 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 77.7 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 45 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
A standard bridge design.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 163 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 36 feet wide with 2-3 lanes — moderate 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
2024
2 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Other
Total Length
45 ft
13.7 m
Deck Width
36 ft
11.0 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
45 ft
longest unsupported section (13.7 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
163vehicles/day
26.50363°N, 97.81402°W
Prestressed Concrete 00
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.