Republic County Bridge Report Card
Republic County scores 85 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Republic County, Kansas
Republic County has 267 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 8 rated poor and 11 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.0% is at or below the 5.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 197 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Republic County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 85/100 (B). The county has 267 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 8 in poor condition and 11 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 197 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 | 3.0% | 6.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 4.1% | 8.2 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 50 years vs 48 nationally | 0.7 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 80,146 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 | 3.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 4.1% |
| Average Bridge Age | 50 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 197 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Republic County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Rd. Q-4.1 over Trib. To Beaver Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1930 |
| Local Rd. N-19.0 over Salt Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1930 |
| Rs 1041 over Trib To S. Fork Mill Crk | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 47 | 1940 |
| Local Rd. T-10.7 over Trib. To Lost Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 1937 |
| Local Rd. D-9.4 over Trib. To Otter Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 1949 |
| Local Rd. S-14.6 over West Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 1950 |
| Local Rd. 21.5-w.8 over Little Upton Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 1950 |
| Local Rd. X-11.9 over Grave Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 1951 |
| K148 HWY over Republican River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 155 | 1981 |
| Minor Col U-6.5 over Beaver Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 80 | 1960 |
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.