Lincoln County Bridge Report Card
Lincoln County scores 77 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Lincoln County, Nevada
Lincoln County has 11 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 2 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 Lincoln County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 77/100 (C). The county has 11 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 2 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 | 18.2% | 20.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 55 years vs 48 nationally | 2.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 10,743 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 | 18.2% |
| Average Bridge Age | 55 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Lincoln County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 93 over Meadow Valley Wash | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,600 | 1934 |
| US 93 over Meadow Valley Wash | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 740 | 1932 |
| SR 319/panaca RD over Meadow Valley Wash | High traffic | Good | 1,800 | 1948 |
| US 93 over Antelope Canyon Wash | High traffic | Fair | 1,600 | 1952 |
| US 93 over Meadow Valley Wash | High traffic | Good | 1,600 | 1958 |
| US 93 over Comet Crk | High traffic | Good | 1,600 | 1958 |
| SR 319/panaca RD over Dry Wash | High traffic | Good | 810 | 1997 |
| SR 319 Panaca RD over Flood Control Channel | High traffic | Good | 810 | 2006 |
| Youth Center Drive over Clover Creek | High traffic | Good | 83 | 2017 |
| Rose Valley RD over Meadow Valley Wash | High traffic | Good | 50 | 1987 |
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.