Schuyler County Bridge Report Card
Schuyler County scores 81 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Schuyler County, Missouri
Schuyler County has 120 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 5 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.2% is at or below the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 6,197 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Schuyler County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 81/100 (B). The county has 120 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 5 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 6,197 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 | 4.2% | 8.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 13.9% of measured traffic | 10.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 37 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 44,525 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 | 4.2% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 37 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 6,197 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Schuyler County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 63 S over S Fk Mid Fabius Rv | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,402 | 1947 |
| US 136 E over Elm CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,149 | 1958 |
| RT N S over Lewis CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 516 | 1948 |
| Old 63 RD over N Fk Mid Fabius Rv | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1926 |
| Fox Pen RD over Trib Of Chariton R | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1987 |
| US 63 S over Salt Rvr | High traffic | Fair | 6,088 | 1940 |
| US 63 S over S Fabius Br | High traffic | Fair | 4,402 | 1947 |
| US 63 S over Br Of Fabius Rvr | High traffic | Fair | 4,119 | 1947 |
| US 63 S over Br S Fk Mid Fabius | High traffic | Fair | 4,119 | 1947 |
| US 63 S over Fabius Rvr | High traffic | Fair | 2,202 | 1926 |
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.