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.
Crunching the numbers on America's infrastructure...
over SANFORD RD.
1.7M RTE 17-1.5M END SM
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 6 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 200 vehicles per day and is 21 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 67.3 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 18 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 is likely to be a comfortable crossing for most travelers.
This bridge is 38 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
This is a culvert — you may not even notice you're crossing it.
About 18 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
Only about 200 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 130 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
This bridge crosses over land, not water — no water views 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
2005
21 years old
Structure Type
Concrete Culvert
Total Length
38 ft
11.6 m
Deck Width
130 ft
39.6 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
38 ft
longest unsupported section (11.6 m)
Traffic Lanes
4 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
18 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
200vehicles/day
38.33760°N, 77.51748°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.