Jackson County Bridge Report Card
Jackson County scores 79 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Jackson County, Arkansas
Jackson County has 136 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 10 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.4% is above the 5.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 12,826 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Jackson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 79/100 (C). The county has 136 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 10 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 12,826 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 | 7.4% | 14.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 5.0% of measured traffic | 3.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.5% | 2.9 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 48 years vs 48 nationally | 0.1 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 258,662 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 | 7.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.5% |
| Average Bridge Age | 48 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 12,826 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Jackson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SH 17/jackson Co. over Village Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,852 | 1948 |
| SH 367/jackson Co. over White River Relief | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,800 | 1934 |
| SH 367/jackson Co. over Departee Creek Relief | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,800 | 1935 |
| SH 367/jackson Co. over Departee Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,800 | 1935 |
| SH 367/jackson Co. over White River Relief | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,800 | 1936 |
| CR 4 / Jackson Co. over Departee Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 504 | 1997 |
| SH 37 / Jackson Co over Eight Mile Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 400 | 1951 |
| SH 42 / Jackson Co over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 350 | 1962 |
| SH 37 / Jackson Co over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 290 | 1951 |
| SH 37/ Jackson Co. over Cache River Relief | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 230 | 1954 |
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.