Cuming County Bridge Report Card
Cuming County scores 88 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Cuming County, Nebraska
Cuming County has 402 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 8 rated poor and 10 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.0% is at or below the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 6,825 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Cuming County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 88/100 (B). The county has 402 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 8 in poor condition and 10 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 6,825 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 | 2.0% | 4.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 4.1% of measured traffic | 3.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.5% | 5.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 40 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 165,537 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 | 2.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.5% |
| Average Bridge Age | 40 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 6,825 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Cuming County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irr/n16 over Rattlesnake Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 830 | 1938 |
| 14 Road over Plum Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1912 |
| O Road over Plum Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1935 |
| 10 Road over Plum Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1935 |
| O Road over Cuming Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15 | 1935 |
| Us275 over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,025 | 1931 |
| Irr/n16 over Jeppson Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 830 | 1945 |
| Township Road over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5 | 1935 |
| Fas 3465 over S Br Pebble Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 460 | 1990 |
| Coll 7777 over Pebble Creek Trib | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 50 | 1988 |
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.