[rpeden]

It's not especially common, but the Sunshine Skyway Bridge in Tampa Bay is a famous example. Similar circumstances - it collapsed after being hit by a ship.

[pirate787]

The replacement bridge in Tampa famously added "dolphins" which are bumpers in the water to protect the bridge pylons.

[ZanyProgrammer]

that collapsed almost 40 years ago, which really emphasizes it's flat out uncommon, no "buts" needed.