Cleveland County Bridge Report Card
Cleveland County scores 85 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Cleveland County, Arkansas
Cleveland County has 78 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 4 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.1% is at or below the 5.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,755 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Cleveland County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 85/100 (B). The county has 78 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 4 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,755 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 | 5.1% | 10.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.0% of measured traffic | 1.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 56 years vs 48 nationally | 3.1 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 88,474 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 | 5.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 56 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,755 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Cleveland County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SH 35 S-4 Lm 6.60 over Derisaux Relief | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 630 | 1956 |
| SH 35 S-4 Lm 9.18 over Harrison Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 630 | 1956 |
| CR 20 (russell Rd) over Smith Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 272 | 1953 |
| Cleve. CR 16 Z-e over Eagle Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 223 | 1985 |
| US 167 Sec 8 over Caney Creek | High traffic | Fair | 4,700 | 1941 |
| US 167 S-8 Lm 7.29 over Barn Hill Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,700 | 1941 |
| US 167 S-8 Lm 3.75 over Moro Creek Rel | High traffic | Fair | 4,661 | 1928 |
| US 167 S-8 Lm 1.56 over James Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,600 | 1928 |
| Us167 S-8 Lm 0.21 over Moro Creek Relief | High traffic | Good | 4,600 | 2014 |
| Us63 S-15 Lm 0.86 over Hudgin Branch | High traffic | Fair | 4,100 | 1930 |
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.