Phelps County Bridge Report Card
Phelps County scores 77 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Phelps County, Missouri
Phelps County has 156 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 12 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.7% is at or below the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 19,832 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Phelps County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 77/100 (C). The county has 156 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 12 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 19,832 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 | 7.7% | 15.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 4.0% of measured traffic | 3.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.6% | 1.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 57 years vs 48 nationally | 3.7 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 500,629 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 | 7.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.6% |
| Average Bridge Age | 57 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 19,832 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Phelps County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County RD 7460 over Lit Piney CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1900 |
| Is 44 W over Bnsf Rr Lit Piney Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15,872 | 2002 |
| RT F E over Norman CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,414 | 1964 |
| RT F E over Earle CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,414 | 1964 |
| RT Hh S over Spring CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 407 | 1958 |
| RT J S over Spring CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 355 | 1955 |
| County RD 3620 over Br Of Dry Fk CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1900 |
| County RD 8010 over Br Of Spring CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 75 | 1926 |
| County RD 2110 over Br Of Spring CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 45 | 1926 |
| County RD 8410 over Spring CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1900 |
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.