A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
The Brooklyn Bridge was sold to gullible tourists so many times it became a saying.
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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 22,662 vehicles per day and is 52 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 69.1 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 8 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 390 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 8 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
About 22,662 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 44 feet wide with 2-3 lanes — moderate width.
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
1974
52 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
390 ft
118.9 m
Deck Width
44 ft
13.4 m
Spans
6
sections between supports
Max Span
65 ft
longest unsupported section (19.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
One-way traffic
Clearance Below
8 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Daily Traffic
22,662vehicles/day
36.75508°N, 76.61066°W
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A prestressed concrete stringer bridge uses pretensioned concrete beams, where steel tendons are stretched before concrete is poured. This creates stronger, lighter spans.
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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.