Harrison County Bridge Report Card
Harrison County scores 42 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Harrison County, Missouri
Harrison County has 331 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 74 rated poor and 23 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 22.4% is above the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 10,338 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Harrison County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 42/100 (F). The county has 331 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 74 in poor condition and 23 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 10,338 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 | 22.4% | 40.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 5.5% of measured traffic | 4.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 6.9% | 13.9 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 44 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 189,029 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 | 22.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 6.9% |
| Average Bridge Age | 44 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 10,338 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Harrison County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E 165 ST over E Fk Big CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1910 |
| E 280 AVE over Brush CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1910 |
| E 300 AVE over Indian CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1920 |
| W 120 AVE over Samson CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1920 |
| E 205 ST over E Fk Big CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1972 |
| E 225 ST over E Fk Big CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1985 |
| E 333 AVE over Trib Of Sugar CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 1992 |
| W 290 ST over White Oak CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1936 |
| E 340 ST over Sugar CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1977 |
| W 110 AVE over Br Of Sampson CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15 | 1935 |
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.