Humboldt County Bridge Report Card
Humboldt County scores 90 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Humboldt County, Nevada
Humboldt County has 54 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.9% is above the 1.0% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 55 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Humboldt County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 90/100 (A). The county has 54 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 55 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 | 1.9% | 3.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.9% | 3.7 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 55 years vs 48 nationally | 2.7 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 163,578 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 | 1.9% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.0% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.9% |
| Average Bridge Age | 55 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 55 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Humboldt County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IRR Ft Mcdermitt over Quinn Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 55 | 1976 |
| US 95 over Humboldt Rvr | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 6,550 | 1986 |
| SR 787 Hansen ST over Sprr | High traffic | Fair | 12,000 | 1967 |
| Cross Road over I 80 | High traffic | Fair | 9,000 | 1970 |
| US 95 over I 80 | High traffic | Good | 7,050 | 1976 |
| US 95 over Uprr | High traffic | Fair | 6,550 | 1999 |
| I 80 over Mcnitch RD | High traffic | Fair | 5,200 | 1970 |
| I 80w over Mcnitch RD | High traffic | Fair | 5,200 | 1970 |
| I 80 over Sprr | High traffic | Fair | 5,050 | 1970 |
| I 80 over Sprr | High traffic | Fair | 5,050 | 1970 |
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.