Custer County Bridge Report Card
Custer County scores 98 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Custer County, Oklahoma
Custer County has 387 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 4 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.0% is at or below the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,474 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Custer County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 98/100 (A). The county has 387 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 4 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,474 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 | 1.0% | 2.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 42 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 617,821 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 | 1.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 42 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,474 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Custer County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fau 2843 (custer S over Little Deep Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 900 | 1962 |
| Fas 2022 over Washita River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 400 | 1982 |
| 2046c over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 150 | 1982 |
| N2280 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 24 | 1920 |
| I-40 over Little Deep Creek | High traffic | Good | 23,800 | 1959 |
| I-40 over Creek | High traffic | Good | 23,000 | 1959 |
| I-40 over Bear Creek | High traffic | Fair | 23,000 | 1960 |
| I-40 over Creek | High traffic | Fair | 19,900 | 1969 |
| I-40 over Creek | High traffic | Good | 19,300 | 1958 |
| I-40 over Hackberry Creek | High traffic | Fair | 19,100 | 1958 |
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.