Kearny County Bridge Report Card
Kearny County scores 93 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Kearny County, Kansas
Kearny County has 72 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 Kearny County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 93/100 (A). The county has 72 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 | 1.4% | 2.8 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 57 years vs 48 nationally | 3.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 32,936 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 | 1.4% |
| Average Bridge Age | 57 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Kearny County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rs 243 Z Road over Arkansas River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 850 | 1978 |
| Us-50 HWY over Great Eastern Ditch | High traffic | Good | 4,709 | 1994 |
| Us-50 Highway over Amazon Canal | High traffic | Good | 3,683 | 2002 |
| Us50 HWY over Sand Creek | High traffic | Good | 3,242 | 1938 |
| Us50 HWY over Sand Creek Drainage | High traffic | Good | 3,242 | 1949 |
| Us50 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage | High traffic | Good | 2,237 | 1949 |
| Us50 HWY over Sand Creek | High traffic | Good | 2,237 | 1949 |
| K25 HWY over Arkansas River | High traffic | Good | 1,970 | 1983 |
| K25 HWY over Amazon Ditch Drainage | High traffic | Good | 1,211 | 1952 |
| K-25 Highway over Amazon Ditch | High traffic | Good | 1,211 | 2003 |
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.