As an AI language model, I don't have a specific answer to that question as it depends on various factors such as the design, materials used, and the intended purpose of the bridge. Bridges are typically designed to support a load capacity that exceeds the heaviest loads that are expected to traverse the bridge. The load capacity of a bridge is determined during the structural design process and is typically based on factors such as the weight of vehicles or pedestrians, wind loads, and seismic loads. Engineers consider these factors to design a bridge capable of carrying the maximum expected loads safely.
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