Clay County Bridge Report Card
Clay County scores 72 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Clay County, Arkansas
Clay County has 201 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 21 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 10.4% is above the 5.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 12,134 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Clay County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 72/100 (C). The county has 201 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 21 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 12,134 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 | 10.4% | 20.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 6.3% of measured traffic | 4.8 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.0% | 2.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 38 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 191,111 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 | 10.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 38 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 12,134 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Clay County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 354 - C over Poplar Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 36 | 1994 |
| US 62-20- Lm 2.58 over Black River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,200 | 1956 |
| SH 90- 01 Lm 0.0 over St. Francis River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,427 | 1981 |
| US 62 over St. Francis River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,159 | 1953 |
| SH 328-02- Lm 1.50 over Drainage Ditch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 700 | 1977 |
| SH 141-05- Lm 5.23 over Drainage Ditch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 350 | 1972 |
| SH 141-05- Lm 6.51 over Ditch No 8 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 350 | 1972 |
| SH 141-05-lm 3.52 over Johnson Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 350 | 1980 |
| CR 508 - A over DR Ditch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 312 | 1985 |
| CR 508 - A over Post Oak Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 312 | 1991 |
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.