Hall County Bridge Report Card
Hall County scores 90 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Hall County, Nebraska
Hall County has 271 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 10 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.7% is at or below the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,560 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Hall County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 90/100 (A). The county has 271 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 10 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,560 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 | 3.7% | 7.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.5% of measured traffic | 0.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.1% | 2.2 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 45 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 778,808 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 | 3.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.1% |
| Average Bridge Age | 45 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 3,560 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Hall County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13th ST over Prairie Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1935 |
| N11 over Wood River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,715 | 1938 |
| Locust St/fas 2235 over S Ch Platte River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,575 | 1977 |
| 190th Road over Wood River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 65 | 1932 |
| Guenther RD over N Ch Platte River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1994 |
| White Cloud RD over Prairie Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1935 |
| Schimmer Drive over Prairie Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1941 |
| Guenther Road over Wood River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 1935 |
| Nine Bridge Road over M Ch Platte River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15 | 1940 |
| Nine Bridge Road over M Ch Platte River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15 | 1940 |
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.