Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
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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 250 vehicles per day and is 177 years old (reconstructed in 2016).
Its sufficiency rating of 31.7 places it below 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 72 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
An arch bridge design with some openness to the surroundings.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 250 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 13 feet wide — a very narrow, single-lane crossing.
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
1849
177 years old (rebuilt 2016)
Structure Type
Wood/Timber Arch (Thru)
Total Length
72 ft
21.9 m
Deck Width
13 ft
4.0 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
64 ft
longest unsupported section (19.5 m)
Traffic Lanes
1 lane
Daily Traffic
250vehicles/day
44.28901°N, 73.15018°W
Wood/Timber Arch (Thru)
A timber stringer bridge uses wooden beams as the primary structure. While less common today, timber bridges remain practical for low-traffic rural roads and historic settings.
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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.