Camden County Bridge Report Card
Camden County scores 82 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Camden County, Missouri
Camden County has 92 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 7 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.6% is at or below the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,943 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Camden County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 82/100 (B). The county has 92 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 7 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,943 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 | 7.6% | 15.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.1% of measured traffic | 0.8 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.1% | 2.2 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 38 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 366,007 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 | 7.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.1% |
| Average Bridge Age | 38 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 3,943 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Camden County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RT V S over Linn Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 575 | 1936 |
| Mo 7 S over Dry Auglaize Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,388 | 1993 |
| RT N S over Unknown Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 405 | 1960 |
| Resorts RD over Trib To Lake Ozark | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 400 | 1970 |
| Tunnel Dam RD over Niangua River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 70 | 1992 |
| Knight RD over Mill CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1960 |
| Jeffries RD over Auglaize CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 45 | 1930 |
| US 54 W over Grand Glaize Arm | High traffic | Fair | 26,829 | 1983 |
| US 54 E over Mo 5 | High traffic | Fair | 26,234 | 2003 |
| East Osage Beach P over US 54 | High traffic | Good | 23,897 | 2007 |
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.