Woodson County Bridge Report Card
Woodson County scores 67 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Woodson County, Kansas
Woodson County has 142 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 15 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 10.6% is above the 5.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 831 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Woodson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 67/100 (D). The county has 142 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 15 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 831 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 | 10.6% | 21.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.7% of measured traffic | 1.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.4% | 2.8 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 67 years vs 48 nationally | 7.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 48,787 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 | 10.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.4% |
| Average Bridge Age | 67 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 831 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Woodson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150th Rd. over Branch Of Owl Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 1930 |
| K105 HWY over Cedar Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 534 | 1949 |
| Rs 291 180th RD over Branch Of Cherry Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 95 | 1930 |
| 145th Rd. over Branch Of Cherry Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1920 |
| Squirrel Rd. over Owl Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1955 |
| 80th RD over Big Sandy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1930 |
| Lynx RD over Branch East Buffalo Ck. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1930 |
| 20th Rd. over East Buffalo Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1930 |
| Kanza Rd. over Turkey Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1950 |
| Prairie RD over Cherry Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 1920 |
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.