Lincoln County Bridge Report Card
Lincoln County scores 65 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Lincoln County, Oklahoma
Lincoln County has 446 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 70 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 15.7% is above the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 18,865 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Lincoln County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 65/100 (D). The county has 446 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 70 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 18,865 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 | 15.7% | 31.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.4% of measured traffic | 1.8 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.7% | 1.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 50 years vs 48 nationally | 0.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 790,274 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 | 15.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.7% |
| Average Bridge Age | 50 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 18,865 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Lincoln County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E0990 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1930 |
| E0780 over Sand Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1948 |
| E0890 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1970 |
| S.h. 66 over Slwc R.r. Under | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,800 | 1926 |
| S.h. 66 over Salt Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,100 | 1960 |
| 0850 over Salt Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 550 | 1950 |
| 4118c over Doise Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 500 | 1950 |
| 4142c over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 485 | 1986 |
| 4116c over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 475 | 1935 |
| E0930 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 400 | 1941 |
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.