Did you know? The oldest bridge in the NBI was built in 1697.
Did you know? The oldest bridge in the NBI was built in 1697.
Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
over KIMBERLING CREEK
2.36GILES CL-13.27TO21&52
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 5 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 656 vehicles per day and is 85 years old (reconstructed in 2000).
Its sufficiency rating of 58.2 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 172 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 656 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 32 feet wide with 1-2 lanes — a narrower 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
1941
85 years old (rebuilt 2000)
Structure Type
Steel Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
172 ft
52.4 m
Deck Width
32 ft
9.8 m
Spans
4
sections between supports
Max Span
43 ft
longest unsupported section (13.1 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
656vehicles/day
37.16556°N, 80.90038°W
Steel 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.