Ford County Bridge Report Card
Ford County scores 97 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Ford County, Kansas
Ford County has 223 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 5.2% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Ford County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 97/100 (A). The county has 223 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 1 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 | 0.4% | 0.9 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 53 years vs 48 nationally | 2.2 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 364,625 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 | 5.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.4% |
| Average Bridge Age | 53 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Ford County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Us-400 HWY over Arkansas River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 3,622 | 1980 |
| 2nd. Avenue over Arkansas River | High traffic | Fair | 14,615 | 1935 |
| Wyatt Earp BLVD over Arkansas River Drainage | High traffic | Good | 12,965 | 1956 |
| Us-56/us283 over Bnsf R.r. | High traffic | Good | 11,688 | 1985 |
| Wyatt Earp BLVD over Arkansas River Drainage | High traffic | Good | 11,265 | 1951 |
| Wyatt Earp BLVD over Arkansas River Drainage | High traffic | Fair | 11,265 | 1985 |
| S. 14th Ave. over Park St. Drainage Canal | High traffic | Fair | 9,585 | 1957 |
| Us50 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage | High traffic | Good | 8,044 | 1928 |
| Us50 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage | High traffic | Good | 8,044 | 1949 |
| Northbound 14th ST over Arkansas River | High traffic | Fair | 7,835 | 1957 |
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.