Washington County Bridge Report Card
Washington County scores 86 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Washington County, Nebraska
Washington County has 149 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 4 rated poor and 6 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.7% is at or below the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,290 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Washington County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 86/100 (B). The county has 149 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 4 in poor condition and 6 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,290 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 | 2.7% | 5.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.7% of measured traffic | 0.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 4.0% | 8.1 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 36 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 198,300 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 | 2.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 4.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 36 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,290 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Washington County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Road P29 over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15 | 1935 |
| N91 over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,220 | 1964 |
| County Road P30 over Moores Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1935 |
| County Road P19 over New York Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5 | 1935 |
| Us75 over Moors Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 4,815 | 1931 |
| Dutch Hall Road over Rawhide Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 50 | 2019 |
| Township Road over Stream | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 25 | 1970 |
| Township Road over New York Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 15 | 1935 |
| Township Road over Big Papillion Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 10 | 1935 |
| Us30 over Stream | High traffic | Good | 17,875 | 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.