Pontotoc County Bridge Report Card
Pontotoc County scores 97 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Pontotoc County, Oklahoma
Pontotoc County has 241 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 4 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.7% is at or below the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 555 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Pontotoc County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 97/100 (A). The county has 241 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 4 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 555 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 | 1.7% | 3.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 45 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 330,437 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 | 1.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 45 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 555 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Pontotoc County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6270c over Buck Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 255 | 1925 |
| E1538 over Sandy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1925 |
| E1580 over Clear Boggy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1938 |
| N3440 over West Dry Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1991 |
| S.h. 1 over S.h. 99 Under | High traffic | Fair | 12,600 | 2001 |
| S.h. 1 Mississippi over Creek | High traffic | Good | 9,000 | 1958 |
| S.h. 19 over Big Sandy Creek | High traffic | Good | 8,350 | 2016 |
| S.h. 19 over Big Sandy Creek | High traffic | Good | 8,200 | 2016 |
| S.h. 3 (ramp) over Clear Boggy Creek | High traffic | Good | 8,000 | 1973 |
| 6284c over Little Sandy Creek | High traffic | Fair | 7,800 | 1972 |
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.