Morgan County Bridge Report Card
Morgan County scores 53 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Morgan County, Missouri
Morgan County has 107 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 16 rated poor and 4 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 15.0% is above the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 7,713 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Morgan County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 53/100 (F). The county has 107 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 16 in poor condition and 4 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 7,713 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 | 15.0% | 29.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 5.8% of measured traffic | 4.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 3.7% | 7.5 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 60 years vs 48 nationally | 5.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 133,681 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 | 15.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 3.7% |
| Average Bridge Age | 60 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 7,713 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Morgan County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florence Trail RD over Gabriel CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 1978 |
| Lit Buffalo RD over Lit Buffalo CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1983 |
| Beard Lane over Beard CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15 | 1930 |
| Mo 5 S over Gravois Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,024 | 1963 |
| Mo 135 S over Flat Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 654 | 1966 |
| Hopewell RD over Burris Fk | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 500 | 1930 |
| Troutdale RD over Spring Br | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1930 |
| Angel RD over Trib To Richland C | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1930 |
| Mccasland RD over Gravois CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1984 |
| Pyrmont RD over Gabriel CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 45 | 1930 |
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.