Morrill County Bridge Report Card
Morrill County scores 88 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Morrill County, Nebraska
Morrill County has 91 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 4 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 7.5% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Morrill County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 88/100 (B). The county has 91 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 4 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 4.4% | 8.8 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 56 years vs 48 nationally | 3.3 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 101,320 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 | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 4.4% |
| Average Bridge Age | 56 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Morrill County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Us26 over Stream | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 2,040 | 1940 |
| Fas 1175 over Red Willow Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 120 | 1973 |
| County Highway over Levitt Drain | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 100 | 1988 |
| Road 80 over Cedar Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 85 | 1956 |
| Us26/us385 over North Plate River | High traffic | Fair | 5,000 | 1977 |
| Us26/us385 over Browns Canal | High traffic | Good | 5,000 | 1994 |
| Us26/us385 over Uprr/frntge RD | High traffic | Good | 5,000 | 1994 |
| Us26 over Wild Horse Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,205 | 2001 |
| L62a Us26 To Us385 over Wildhorse Canyon | High traffic | Good | 3,040 | 1933 |
| L62a Us26 To Us385 over West Water Creek | High traffic | Good | 3,040 | 1933 |
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.