Valley County Bridge Report Card
Valley County scores 90 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Valley County, Nebraska
Valley County has 115 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 6 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 Valley County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 90/100 (A). The county has 115 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 6 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 | 5.2% | 10.4 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 45 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 53,320 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 | 5.2% |
| Average Bridge Age | 45 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Valley County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fas 2075 over Sherman Reservoir Canal | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 240 | 1960 |
| County Highway over Turtle Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 65 | 1920 |
| Springdale Road over Messenger Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 55 | 1967 |
| County Highway over Hawthorne Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 50 | 1916 |
| County Highway over Sherman Reservoir Canal | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 35 | 1950 |
| County Highway over Sherman Reservoir Canal | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 25 | 1950 |
| N11 over Dane Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,680 | 1996 |
| N11 over Stream | High traffic | Good | 4,030 | 1934 |
| N11 over Stream | High traffic | Good | 2,480 | 1996 |
| N11 over Turtle Creek | High traffic | Good | 2,480 | 1996 |
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.