Hendry County Bridge Report Card
Hendry County scores 88 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Hendry County, Florida
Hendry County has 87 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 3 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.4% is above the 2.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,900 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Hendry County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 88/100 (B). The county has 87 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 3 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,900 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 | 3.4% | 6.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.6% of measured traffic | 0.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.3% | 4.6 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 40 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 461,247 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 | 3.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 2.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.3% |
| Average Bridge Age | 40 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,900 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Hendry County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cr-78a over Marias Slough | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,080 | 1991 |
| Cr-78 over Elephant Ear Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,020 | 1970 |
| Homestead Road over Marsh Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 800 | 1988 |
| Cr-835 over Toms Ditch (sfwmd L-1e) | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 900 | 1986 |
| Pollywog Point over Pollywog Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 30 | 1980 |
| Sr-80 over Carlos Waterway | High traffic | Good | 21,612 | 2003 |
| Sr-80 over Plant Creek | High traffic | Good | 21,000 | 2000 |
| Sr-80 over Ft. Simmons Branch | High traffic | Good | 21,000 | 2003 |
| SR 29 (bridge St) over Caloosahatchee River | High traffic | Fair | 17,300 | 1959 |
| Sr-80 over Bee Creek | High traffic | Good | 16,300 | 1985 |
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.