Nuckolls County Bridge Report Card
Nuckolls County scores 68 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Nuckolls County, Nebraska
Nuckolls County has 255 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 19 rated poor and 13 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.5% is at or below the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,675 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Nuckolls County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 68/100 (D). The county has 255 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 19 in poor condition and 13 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,675 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 | 7.5% | 14.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 9.4% of measured traffic | 7.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 5.1% | 10.2 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 46 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 39,300 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 | 7.5% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 5.1% |
| Average Bridge Age | 46 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 3,675 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Nuckolls County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N14 over Walnut Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,585 | 1937 |
| County Highway over Spring Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1935 |
| N14 over Ox Bow Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,625 | 1937 |
| County Highway over Superior Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 75 | 1947 |
| 4th ST over Lost Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1935 |
| County Highway over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1935 |
| County Highway over Little Blue River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1911 |
| County Highway over Big Sandy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1915 |
| County Highway over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1935 |
| County Highway over Spring Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1935 |
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.