Mitchell County Bridge Report Card
Mitchell County scores 82 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Mitchell County, Kansas
Mitchell County has 262 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 9 rated poor and 5 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.4% is at or below the 5.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,232 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Mitchell County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 82/100 (B). The county has 262 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 9 in poor condition and 5 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,232 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 | 3.4% | 6.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.6% of measured traffic | 1.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.9% | 3.8 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 64 years vs 48 nationally | 6.3 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 74,761 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 | 3.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.9% |
| Average Bridge Age | 64 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,232 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Mitchell County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Rd. L1c over Carr Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 1904 |
| Rs 1640 over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,000 | 1930 |
| Rs 464 over Trib To Walnut Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 70 | 1920 |
| Rs 463 over Drainage Channel | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1930 |
| Local Rd. L4y over Marshall Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1933 |
| Lz over Solomon River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1954 |
| Local Rd. N6h over Walnut Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1935 |
| Local Rd. L6h over Walnut Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5 | 1901 |
| Local Rd. P5z over Fourth Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2 | 1932 |
| K14 HWY over Leban Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 1,246 | 1964 |
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.