Teton County Bridge Report Card
Teton County scores 63 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Teton County, Idaho
Teton County has 37 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 5 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.4% is above the 5.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,660 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Teton County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 63/100 (D). The county has 37 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 5 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,660 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 | 5.4% | 10.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 8.5% of measured traffic | 6.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 13.5% | 20.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 32 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 66,734 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 | 5.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 13.5% |
| Average Bridge Age | 32 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 5,660 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Teton County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SH 33 over Spring Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,600 | 1975 |
| S 1000 W over Trail Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1995 |
| SH 33 over Teton Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 11,500 | 1979 |
| S6810;packsaddle R over Teton River(cache Br) | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 250 | 1956 |
| S 2000 E over Darby Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 200 | 2014 |
| 5750 South over Teton River(white Br) | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 190 | 1983 |
| S Bates RD over Teton Rvr (nickerson Br) | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 40 | 1990 |
| SH 33 over Trail Creek | High traffic | Good | 7,500 | 2010 |
| SH 33 over Trail Creek | High traffic | Good | 7,500 | 2010 |
| SH 33 over Moose Creek | High traffic | Good | 7,500 | 2010 |
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.