Cochise County Bridge Report Card
Cochise County scores 79 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Cochise County, Arizona
Cochise County has 501 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 10 rated poor and 20 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.0% is above the 1.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 13,374 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Cochise County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 79/100 (C). The county has 501 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 10 in poor condition and 20 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 13,374 daily vehicle crossings. Poor condition does not mean unsafe; bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.
How the Score Breaks Down
| Factor | Weight | County Value | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poor-condition bridge share | 40 | 2.0% | 4.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.3% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 4.0% | 8.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 69 years vs 48 nationally | 8.5 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 5,193,112 measured daily crossings | 0.0 |
Score = 100 minus weighted penalties. The score is a comparative research signal, not an official safety rating. Read the full methodology.
County Comparisons
| County Poor-Condition Share | 2.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 4.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 69 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 13,374 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Cochise County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 80 over San Pedro River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,156 | 1960 |
| Douglas Road over Mule Gulch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,000 | 1920 |
| Andrews Road over Huachuca Canyon Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 300 | 1930 |
| Allison & Winrow over Soldier Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,500 | 1986 |
| Fas 460;airport RD over I-10 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,068 | 1965 |
| Arizona Street over Black Knob Drainage | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,000 | 1917 |
| Canelo RD over Slaughterhouse Wash | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,000 | 1930 |
| Arizona Street over Drain Ditch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,000 | 1933 |
| Moon Canyon AVE over Storm Drain | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 300 | 1900 |
| Rucker RD over White Water Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1937 |
Important safety note
Poor condition does not mean a bridge is unsafe. It means at least one major component has significant deterioration and the bridge is a priority for maintenance, repair, or replacement. Bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.