Custer County Bridge Report Card
Custer County scores 68 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Custer County, Colorado
Custer County has 20 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 5 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.0% is above the 4.6% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 22 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Custer County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 68/100 (D). The county has 20 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 5 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 22 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 | 5.0% | 10.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 25.0% | 20.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 53 years vs 48 nationally | 2.3 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 14,012 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 | 5.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.6% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 25.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 53 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 22 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Custer County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Road 395 over Hardscrabble Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 22 | 1935 |
| SH 69 Ml over Texas Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,800 | 1906 |
| SH 69 Ml over Taylor Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 1,800 | 1956 |
| SH 69 Ml over Grape Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,800 | 1956 |
| SH 165 Ml over South Hardscrabble Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 200 | 1959 |
| Wykagyl RD over Lapin Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 127 | 1980 |
| SH 69 Ml over Democrat Gulch | High traffic | Good | 2,100 | 1993 |
| SH 96 Ml over Querida Gulch | High traffic | Good | 1,800 | 1978 |
| SH 96 Ml over Hardscrabble Creek | High traffic | Good | 1,000 | 1991 |
| SH 69 Ml over Wilmer Gulch | High traffic | Fair | 850 | 2006 |
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.