Benton County Bridge Report Card
Benton County scores 45 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Benton County, Missouri
Benton County has 134 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 28 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 20.9% is above the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 9,139 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Benton County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 45/100 (F). The county has 134 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 28 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 9,139 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 | 20.9% | 40.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 6.7% of measured traffic | 5.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.2% | 4.5 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 62 years vs 48 nationally | 5.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 135,451 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 | 20.9% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.2% |
| Average Bridge Age | 62 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 9,139 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Benton County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RT E S over Barker CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,120 | 1947 |
| Wilshusen RD over Cole Camp CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1930 |
| Jackman AVE over Big Turkey CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1960 |
| Mo 7 S over Turkey CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,566 | 1939 |
| RT C E over Clear CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,175 | 1932 |
| RT C E over Clear CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,653 | 1932 |
| RT Jj E over Lake CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 253 | 1963 |
| RT Ab E over Brushy CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 223 | 1962 |
| RT Aa E over Big Turkey CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 191 | 1957 |
| RT Ww E over Big Buffalo CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 128 | 1958 |
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.