eli5: Why do bridges freeze before roads?

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I’m assuming it has something to do with how thick the surface is? I see the sign that says this a lot when I drive and I want to know why. I was even stumped a while back when my nephew asked why because I didn’t have an answer

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No insulation (ground) underneath it. Bridges are often near or over which will increase ice buildup from the moisture.

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