Kearney County Bridge Report Card
Kearney County scores 97 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Kearney County, Nebraska
Kearney County has 71 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.4% is at or below the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 15 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Kearney County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 97/100 (A). The county has 71 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 15 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 | 1.4% | 2.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 33,940 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 | 1.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 15 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Kearney County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33 1600 Cnty RD over Dry Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15 | 1966 |
| N44 over Dry Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,390 | 1940 |
| N44 over Lost Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,390 | 1960 |
| N10 over Lost Creek | High traffic | Good | 3,605 | 1961 |
| N10 over Stream | High traffic | Good | 3,605 | 1961 |
| N10 over Dry Creek | High traffic | Good | 3,605 | 2000 |
| Us6/us34 over Bnsf Rr 076-508-n | High traffic | Fair | 2,825 | 1935 |
| Us6/us34 over Sand Creek | High traffic | Good | 2,825 | 1936 |
| L50a N44 To N10 Cn over Stream | High traffic | Good | 1,205 | 1963 |
| N74 over Stream | High traffic | Good | 755 | 1965 |
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.