Dickey County Bridge Report Card
Dickey County scores 95 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Dickey County, North Dakota
Dickey County has 43 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 11.1% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Dickey County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 95/100 (A). The county has 43 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 1 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 | 2.3% | 4.7 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 40 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 7,720 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 | 11.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.3% |
| Average Bridge Age | 40 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Dickey County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Road over Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 30 | 1977 |
| Nd Highway 1 over Bear Creek | High traffic | Good | 1,650 | 1990 |
| Nd Highway 13 over Bear Creek | High traffic | Fair | 910 | 1959 |
| US Highway 281 over South Fork-maple River | High traffic | Fair | 850 | 1941 |
| Nd Highway 11 over Maple River | High traffic | Good | 570 | 2016 |
| Nd Highway 11 over James River | High traffic | Fair | 490 | 1932 |
| County Hiway 1112 over Maple River | High traffic | Fair | 420 | 1979 |
| County Hiway 1112 over James River | High traffic | Good | 420 | 1986 |
| County Hiway 1127 over Maple River | High traffic | Fair | 282 | 1971 |
| County Hiway 1127 over Maple River | High traffic | Fair | 282 | 1975 |
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.