Hernando County Bridge Report Card
Hernando County scores 90 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Hernando County, Florida
Hernando County has 61 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 2.8% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Hernando County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 90/100 (A). The county has 61 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 4.9% | 9.8 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 40 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 564,490 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 | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 2.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 4.9% |
| Average Bridge Age | 40 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Hernando County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoal Line BLVD over Weeki Wachee River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 7,100 | 1985 |
| Alpaca Drive over Triton Canal | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,000 | 1979 |
| Companero Entra over Seashell Canal | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 400 | 1982 |
| I-75 (sr-93) NB over Us-98/sr-50/sr-700 | High traffic | Good | 55,500 | 2018 |
| I-75 SB (sr-93) over Cr-39 (croom Rital RD ) | High traffic | Fair | 30,250 | 1964 |
| I-75 NB (sr-93) over Cr-39 (croom Road) | High traffic | Fair | 30,250 | 1964 |
| I-75 (sr-93) SB over Withlacoochee River | High traffic | Fair | 30,250 | 1965 |
| I-75 (sr-93) NB over Withlacoochee River | High traffic | Fair | 30,250 | 1965 |
| Us98/sr50/sr700 over Bystream Overflow | High traffic | Good | 27,500 | 1997 |
| I-75 (sr-93) SB over Us-98/sr-50/sr-700 | High traffic | Good | 26,000 | 2019 |
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.