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.
Crunching the numbers on America's infrastructure...
over South Fork Roa River
0.00 End Mnt; 0.10 Rt 637
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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 36 vehicles per day and is 34 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 52.8 places it below the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge is likely to be a comfortable crossing for most travelers.
This bridge is 90 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
This is a culvert — you may not even notice you're crossing it.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
Only about 36 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 16 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
1992
34 years old
Structure Type
Concrete Culvert
Total Length
90 ft
27.4 m
Deck Width
16 ft
4.9 m
Spans
16
sections between supports
Max Span
3 ft
longest unsupported section (0.9 m)
Traffic Lanes
1 lane
Daily Traffic
36vehicles/day
37.11677°N, 80.26749°W
Concrete Culvert
A concrete culvert is a drainage structure that allows water to flow beneath a road. While technically not a traditional bridge, culverts over 20 feet are tracked in the national inventory.
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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.