Wayne County Bridge Report Card
Wayne County scores 78 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Wayne County, Missouri
Wayne County has 197 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 10 rated poor and 6 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.1% is at or below the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,979 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Wayne County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 78/100 (C). The county has 197 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 10 in poor condition and 6 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,979 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 | 5.1% | 10.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.1% of measured traffic | 1.6 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 3.0% | 6.1 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 57 years vs 48 nationally | 3.9 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 237,699 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 | 5.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 3.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 57 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 4,979 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Wayne County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mo 34 E over Clark CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,308 | 1965 |
| Daniels ST over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1950 |
| County RD 371 over Lake CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 2009 |
| RT A E over Otter CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,151 | 1958 |
| County RD 537 over Holliday CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1950 |
| County RD 537 over Holliday CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 2012 |
| County RD 204 over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 75 | 2003 |
| County RD 336 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1945 |
| County RD 513 over Mc Gee CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1940 |
| County RD 333 over Rings CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 1970 |
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.