Pershing County Bridge Report Card
Pershing County scores 87 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Pershing County, Nevada
Pershing County has 53 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 3 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 Pershing County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 87/100 (B). The county has 53 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 3 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 | 5.7% | 11.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 52 years vs 48 nationally | 1.7 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 208,667 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 | 5.7% |
| Average Bridge Age | 52 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Pershing County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irish American RD over Humboldt Rvr | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 350 | 1986 |
| Tungsten RD over Pit Taylor Canal | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 50 | 1900 |
| Callahan Road over Humboldt River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 50 | 1991 |
| I 80 over Torey Wash | High traffic | Fair | 10,500 | 1961 |
| I 80 over Dry Wash | High traffic | Fair | 6,350 | 1965 |
| I 80 over Dry Wash | High traffic | Fair | 6,350 | 1965 |
| I 80e over Humboldt Rvr Glenn LN | High traffic | Good | 5,400 | 1976 |
| I 80w over Humboldt Rvr | High traffic | Good | 5,400 | 1976 |
| I 80 over Fairview Ditch | High traffic | Fair | 5,400 | 1977 |
| I 80 over Fairview Ditch | High traffic | Good | 5,400 | 2019 |
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.