Texas County Bridge Report Card
Texas County scores 75 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Texas County, Missouri
Texas County has 165 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 12 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.3% is at or below the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 17,958 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Texas County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 75/100 (C). The county has 165 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 12 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 17,958 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 | 7.3% | 14.5 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 6.8% of measured traffic | 5.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 61 years vs 48 nationally | 5.4 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 264,496 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 | 7.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 61 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 17,958 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Texas County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 60 W over Beeler CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,105 | 1926 |
| US 63 S over Potters CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,664 | 1941 |
| Mo 181 S over US 60 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,695 | 1970 |
| Mo 32 E over Rock CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,571 | 1929 |
| Mo 32 E over Big Piney River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,098 | 1965 |
| Mo 17 S over Roubidoux CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 632 | 1956 |
| Mo 137 S over Pine CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 523 | 1932 |
| Mo 137 S over Big CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 214 | 1932 |
| RT M S over Roubidoux CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 205 | 1952 |
| Mo 137 S over S Fk Jacks Fk Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 181 | 1932 |
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.