Christian County Bridge Report Card
Christian County scores 78 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Christian County, Missouri
Christian County has 123 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 10 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 8.1% is at or below the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 56,588 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Christian County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 78/100 (C). The county has 123 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 10 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 56,588 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 | 8.1% | 16.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 8.2% of measured traffic | 6.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 691,254 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 | 8.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 56,588 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Christian County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 65 N over Finley Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 23,623 | 1960 |
| US 65 N over Elk Valley CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 16,491 | 1960 |
| US 65 S over Hatem CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15,000 | 1962 |
| RT U E over Pedelo CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 979 | 1951 |
| Smyrna RD over Finley Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 300 | 1912 |
| Garrison Cutoff RD over Surratt CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 75 | 1998 |
| Aspen RD over Finley Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1900 |
| Chadwick RD over Cedar CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1900 |
| Red Bridge RD over Bull CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 1900 |
| Surratt DR over Surratt CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 2000 |
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.