Stephens County Bridge Report Card
Stephens County scores 94 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Stephens County, Oklahoma
Stephens County has 382 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 9 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.4% is at or below the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,750 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Stephens County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 94/100 (A). The county has 382 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 9 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,750 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 | 2.4% | 4.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.9% of measured traffic | 0.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.5% | 1.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 41 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 423,984 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 | 2.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.5% |
| Average Bridge Age | 41 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 3,750 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Stephens County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E1738 (magnolia Av over Willow Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 983 | 1940 |
| E1770 over Willow Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1993 |
| 6972c over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,407 | 1927 |
| E1770 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 500 | 1925 |
| 6918c over Little Beaver Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 210 | 1940 |
| E1732 (ash Ave) over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 150 | 1940 |
| E1770 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1925 |
| 6978c over Salt Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1939 |
| E1680 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1950 |
| U.s. 81 over Claridy Creek | High traffic | Good | 25,800 | 1953 |
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.