Searcy County Bridge Report Card
Searcy County scores 91 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Searcy County, Arkansas
Searcy County has 65 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.1% is at or below the 5.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 206 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Searcy County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 91/100 (A). The county has 65 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 206 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 | 3.1% | 6.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| 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 | 85,308 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 | 3.1% |
| 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 | 206 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Searcy County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 70 Searcy over Tick Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 181 | 1960 |
| CR 278 Searcy over Bear Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 1971 |
| US 65 Searcy over Holder Creek | High traffic | Fair | 6,200 | 1999 |
| US 65 Searcy over Half-br Span Slide Area | High traffic | Fair | 5,900 | 1974 |
| US 65 Searcy over Cove Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,900 | 2012 |
| US 65 Searcy over Buffalo River | High traffic | Good | 5,300 | 1990 |
| US 65 Searcy over Branch | High traffic | Fair | 5,200 | 2007 |
| US 65 Searcy over Ditch | High traffic | Good | 5,100 | 1930 |
| US 65 Searcy over Ditch | High traffic | Fair | 5,007 | 1930 |
| US 65 Searcy over Cedar Creek | High traffic | Fair | 5,000 | 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.