Andrew County Bridge Report Card
Andrew County scores 65 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Andrew County, Missouri
Andrew County has 162 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 19 rated poor and 7 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 11.7% is above the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 13,714 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Andrew County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 65/100 (D). The county has 162 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 19 in poor condition and 7 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 13,714 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 | 11.7% | 23.5 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 4.3% of measured traffic | 3.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 4.3% | 8.6 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 40 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 316,317 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 | 11.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 4.3% |
| Average Bridge Age | 40 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 13,714 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Andrew County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Is 29 N over Nodaway Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 11,937 | 1953 |
| County RD 70 over Lincoln CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1970 |
| Cart RD 62 over Br Of Lincoln CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 2004 |
| County RD over Pedlar CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15 | 2003 |
| RT B E over 102 Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 643 | 1963 |
| RT H S over Lincoln CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 623 | 1966 |
| RT B E over Upper Neely Br | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 236 | 1968 |
| County RD 29 over Arapahoe CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1930 |
| Cart RD 276 over Muddy CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 2004 |
| County RD 399 over Mill CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1925 |
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.