Platte County Bridge Report Card
Platte County scores 69 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Platte County, Nebraska
Platte County has 435 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 21 rated poor and 36 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.8% is at or below the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 23,335 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Platte County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 69/100 (D). The county has 435 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 21 in poor condition and 36 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 23,335 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 | 4.8% | 9.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 6.4% of measured traffic | 4.8 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 8.3% | 16.6 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 45 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 367,120 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 | 4.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 8.3% |
| Average Bridge Age | 45 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 23,335 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Platte County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fas 2855 over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 235 | 1935 |
| Front Street over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 150 | 1984 |
| Coll 7697 over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 125 | 1935 |
| Fas 2815 over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 120 | 1976 |
| Fas 2855 over Columbus Genoa Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 95 | 1935 |
| Coll 7693 over Loseke Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 90 | 1971 |
| 400th AVE over Loup River Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1935 |
| County Highway over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1935 |
| 415th AVE over Loup River Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1935 |
| 220th ST over Loup River Canal Trib | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 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.