Lawrence County Bridge Report Card
Lawrence County scores 84 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Lawrence County, Arkansas
Lawrence County has 130 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 9 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 6.9% is above the 5.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 11,530 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Lawrence County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 84/100 (B). The county has 130 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 9 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 11,530 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 | 6.9% | 13.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.9% of measured traffic | 2.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 45 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 393,397 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 | 6.9% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 45 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 11,530 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Lawrence County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 62-18- Lm 0.35 over Spring River & Bnsf Rr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,400 | 1937 |
| SH 25-06- Lm 14.30 over Little Cypress Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,800 | 1971 |
| SH 25-06- Lm 10.50 over Morgan Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,500 | 1949 |
| SH 25-06- Lm 1.39 over Caney Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,000 | 1962 |
| SH 25-06- Lm 1.45 over Caney Creek Relief | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,000 | 1962 |
| SH 25-06- Lm 4.91 over Steep Bank Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,000 | 1968 |
| US 63-03b-lm 0.37 over Village Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 930 | 1948 |
| SH 91-01- Lm 3.55 over Lindseys Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 580 | 1931 |
| SH 230-05- Lm 7.45 over Podo Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 320 | 1970 |
| US 67-17- Lm 15.14 over Village Creek | High traffic | Good | 13,000 | 1999 |
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.