If I had a dime for every bridge I've crossed, I'd have about ten bucks by now.
If I had a dime for every bridge I've crossed, I'd have about ten bucks by now.
Over 5 billion bridge crossings happen every single day in America.
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3.48NHMPTN CO1540NCL VA B
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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 5,424 vehicles per day and is 62 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 68.7 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 1351 feet long — a moderate crossing, about 30 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 5,424 vehicles cross daily — light traffic, a smooth crossing.
The deck is 33 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
1964
62 years old
Structure Type
Concrete Tee Beam
Total Length
1,351 ft
411.8 m
Deck Width
33 ft
10.0 m
Spans
18
sections between supports
Max Span
75 ft
longest unsupported section (22.9 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
5,424vehicles/day
37.08248°N, 76.00916°W
Concrete Tee Beam
A concrete tee beam bridge uses T-shaped cross-section beams where the top flange serves as part of the deck, efficiently using concrete in both compression and tension.
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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.