Baxter County Bridge Report Card
Baxter County scores 96 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Baxter County, Arkansas
Baxter County has 91 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 5.4% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Baxter County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 96/100 (A). The county has 91 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.2% | 4.4 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 41 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 224,479 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 | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.2% |
| Average Bridge Age | 41 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Baxter County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 60 Baxter over Dry Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 469 | 1984 |
| CR 718 Baxter over Lithia Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 195 | 1989 |
| US 62b Baxter over Hicks Creek | High traffic | Good | 20,000 | 1986 |
| US 62b Baxter over Hicks Creek | High traffic | Good | 20,000 | 1986 |
| US 62/412 Baxter over Big Creek | High traffic | Good | 17,000 | 1939 |
| US 62b Baxter over Dodd Creek | High traffic | Fair | 14,000 | 1934 |
| US 62/412 Baxter over Ditch | High traffic | Fair | 12,000 | 1995 |
| SH 5 Baxter over Hicks Creek | High traffic | Fair | 7,600 | 1929 |
| SH 5 Baxter over US 62/412 | High traffic | Good | 6,500 | 1996 |
| Mt Home Cardinal D over Hicks Creek | High traffic | Good | 6,300 | 1994 |
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.