Lafayette County Bridge Report Card
Lafayette County scores 93 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Lafayette County, Arkansas
Lafayette County has 72 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.8% is at or below the 5.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,375 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Lafayette County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 93/100 (A). The county has 72 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,375 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 | 2.8% | 5.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.5% of measured traffic | 1.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 39 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 93,591 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 | 2.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 39 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,375 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Lafayette County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SH 160 Sec.02-9.00 over Bodcaw Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,300 | 1964 |
| C.r. 22 - B - 5.11 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 75 | 1998 |
| U.s.82sec.02-11.86 over Tatum Branch | High traffic | Fair | 5,700 | 2005 |
| US 82 Sec.02-7.49 over Battle Creek | High traffic | Fair | 5,400 | 1969 |
| US 82 Sec.02-8.97 over Waterway | High traffic | Fair | 5,400 | 1969 |
| US 82 - 02 - 16.95 over Dorcheat Bayou | High traffic | Fair | 5,100 | 1970 |
| US 82 Sec.02-16.77 over Dortcheat Rlf | High traffic | Fair | 5,100 | 1970 |
| US 82 Sec.02-13.32 over Ditch | High traffic | Good | 5,000 | 1970 |
| US 82 Sec.02-13.64 over Ditch | High traffic | Fair | 5,000 | 1970 |
| US 82-02-10.60 over Bodcau Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,900 | 2021 |
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.