Potter County Bridge Report Card
Potter County scores 100 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Potter County, South Dakota
Potter County has 24 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 16.1% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Potter County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 100/100 (A). The county has 24 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 44 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 8,842 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 | 16.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 44 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Potter County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Us083 over Artichoke Ck | High traffic | Fair | 1,490 | 1989 |
| Us083 over Little Cheyenne Ck | High traffic | Fair | 985 | 2003 |
| Us083 over Little Cheyenne Ck | High traffic | Good | 985 | 2003 |
| Us083 over Trib Little Cheyenne Ck | High traffic | Good | 985 | 2003 |
| Us212 over Ck | High traffic | Fair | 934 | 2001 |
| Us212 over Ck | High traffic | Good | 934 | 2001 |
| Us212 over Cheyenne Ck | High traffic | Fair | 835 | 1940 |
| IRR Us212 over Missouri Rv (oahe Lk) | High traffic | Fair | 521 | 1958 |
| Sd1804 over Cheyenne Ck | High traffic | Fair | 194 | 1969 |
| Sd020 over Ck | High traffic | Fair | 190 | 1952 |
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.