Franklin County Bridge Report Card
Franklin County scores 96 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Franklin County, Nebraska
Franklin County has 104 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.9% is at or below the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 55 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Franklin County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 96/100 (A). The county has 104 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 55 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 | 1.9% | 3.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.3% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 49 years vs 48 nationally | 0.3 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 21,152 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 | 1.9% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 49 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 55 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Franklin County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coll 7444 over Turkey Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1935 |
| Township Road over Rock Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5 | 1951 |
| N10 over W Br Thompson Creek | High traffic | Good | 1,270 | 1958 |
| Us136 over Vinning Creek | High traffic | Good | 1,100 | 1951 |
| Us136 over Center Creek | High traffic | Good | 1,100 | 1951 |
| Us136 over Stream | High traffic | Good | 1,085 | 2014 |
| N10 over Republican River | High traffic | Good | 805 | 2001 |
| N4 over Stream | High traffic | Good | 730 | 1964 |
| Us136 over Turkey Creek | High traffic | Good | 725 | 1949 |
| Us136 over Turkey Creek Tributary | High traffic | Good | 710 | 1951 |
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.