Meade County Bridge Report Card
Meade County scores 92 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Meade County, Kansas
Meade County has 84 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 2 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 Meade County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 92/100 (A). The county has 84 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 2 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 | 2.4% | 4.8 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 56 years vs 48 nationally | 3.1 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 74,450 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 | 2.4% |
| Average Bridge Age | 56 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Meade County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K98 HWY over Crooked Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 359 | 1957 |
| K98 HWY over Crooked Creek Overflow | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 359 | 1957 |
| Us-54 HWY over Crooked Creek Drng | High traffic | Good | 7,921 | 2006 |
| Us54 HWY over Dry Lake Drainage | High traffic | Good | 5,571 | 1969 |
| Us54 HWY over Dry Lake Drainage | High traffic | Good | 5,571 | 1969 |
| Us-54 HWY over Spring Creek | High traffic | Fair | 4,514 | 1995 |
| Us54 HWY over Crooked Creek Drainage | High traffic | Good | 4,408 | 1951 |
| Us54 HWY over Dry Lake Drainage | High traffic | Good | 4,319 | 1946 |
| Us54 HWY over Crooked Creek Drainage | High traffic | Good | 4,319 | 1953 |
| Us54 HWY over Crooked Creek Drainage | High traffic | Good | 4,319 | 1953 |
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.