The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
Fun fact: The average American crosses 4 bridges a day without even noticing.
over QUANTICO CREEK & RTE 629
01.26FR619 01.04TO234
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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 78,993 vehicles per day and is 63 years old (reconstructed in 2000).
Its sufficiency rating of 76.0 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 19 feet — the minimum vertical space below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers, railings, and superstructure) may be higher.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 287 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 19 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 78,993 vehicles cross daily — heavy traffic, congestion likely during rush hours.
The deck is 66 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
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
1963
63 years old (rebuilt 2000)
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
287 ft
87.5 m
Deck Width
66 ft
20.2 m
Spans
4
sections between supports
Max Span
78 ft
longest unsupported section (23.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
3 lanes
One-way traffic
Clearance Below
19 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Clearance height compared to familiar objects
Height shown is the navigation clearance below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers and superstructure) may be higher.
Daily Traffic
78,993vehicles/day
38.56762°N, 77.33540°W
Steel (Continuous) 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.