Webster County Bridge Report Card
Webster County scores 74 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Webster County, Missouri
Webster County has 189 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 16 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 8.5% is at or below the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 29,380 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Webster County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 74/100 (C). The county has 189 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 16 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 29,380 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 | 8.5% | 16.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 10.2% of measured traffic | 7.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.5% | 1.1 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 43 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 287,180 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 | 8.5% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.5% |
| Average Bridge Age | 43 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 29,380 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Webster County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach RD over Givins Br | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1900 |
| US 60 E over RT Pp Cst Front ST St. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 8,419 | 1971 |
| US 60 W over RT Pp Cst Front ST St. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 8,411 | 1971 |
| RT A S over Turnbo CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,558 | 1931 |
| RT Ff S over Dry CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,240 | 1956 |
| Mo 38 E over Cantrell CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,106 | 1935 |
| Mo 38 E over Cantrell Br | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,106 | 1935 |
| RT C S over Br James Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 928 | 1935 |
| RT B S over Carolina Br | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 859 | 1949 |
| Sampson RD E over Is 44 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 648 | 1973 |
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.