Worth County Bridge Report Card
Worth County scores 45 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Worth County, Missouri
Worth County has 81 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 15 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 18.5% is above the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,879 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Worth County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 45/100 (F). The county has 81 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 15 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,879 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 | 18.5% | 37.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 24.6% of measured traffic | 18.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 41 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 11,716 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 | 18.5% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 41 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,879 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Worth County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mo 46 E over Marlowe Br | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,159 | 1939 |
| US 169 S over Mid Fk Grand Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 913 | 1960 |
| RT M E over E Fk Grand Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 290 | 1962 |
| RT W E over W Fk Grand Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 262 | 1948 |
| Maplewood Trail over Mid Fk Grand Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1932 |
| 130th Road over Marlowe CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1999 |
| Rim Rock Trail over Big Rock CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1920 |
| 110th Road over Fletchall CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1981 |
| Golden Rod Trail over Br W Fk Grand Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1937 |
| 140th Road over Marlow CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1990 |
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.