Douglas County Bridge Report Card
Douglas County scores 77 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Douglas County, Nevada
Douglas County has 42 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 12 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 1.0% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Douglas County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 77/100 (C). The county has 42 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 12 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 | 28.6% | 20.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 54 years vs 48 nationally | 2.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 320,534 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 | 1.0% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 28.6% |
| Average Bridge Age | 54 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Douglas County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 395n over Carson Rvr | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 16,750 | 1968 |
| IRR US 395n over Cradlebaugh Slough | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 16,750 | 1968 |
| US 395s over Carson Rvr | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 16,750 | 1987 |
| IRR US 395s over Cradlebaugh Slough | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 16,750 | 1987 |
| SR 88 Woodfords RD over E Fork Carson Rvr | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 12,800 | 1951 |
| SR 88/woodford RD over Cottonwood Slough | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 12,800 | 1952 |
| Sr88 Woodfords RD over Rocky Slough | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 9,850 | 1957 |
| Riverview Drive over East Fork Carson River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 9,100 | 1981 |
| Riverview Drive over Rocky Slough | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 9,100 | 1987 |
| SR 88 Woodfords RD over Brockliss Slough | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 4,500 | 1952 |
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.