Anderson County Bridge Report Card
Anderson County scores 100 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Anderson County, Texas
Anderson County has 177 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 1.2% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Anderson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 100/100 (A). The county has 177 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 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 426,527 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 | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Anderson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 287 over Railroad (texas State) | High traffic | Fair | 17,370 | 1926 |
| Sl 256 over Town CR | High traffic | Fair | 16,252 | 1964 |
| SH 155 over Howard Creek | High traffic | Fair | 13,054 | 1947 |
| Sl 256 over Basset Creek | High traffic | Fair | 12,809 | 1993 |
| Sl 256 WB over Railroad (up) | High traffic | Fair | 12,234 | 1964 |
| Sl 256 over US 287/sh 19 | High traffic | Good | 10,920 | 1993 |
| Sl 256 EB over Railroad (up) | High traffic | Good | 10,666 | 1983 |
| Sl 256 WB over Railroad (up) | High traffic | Fair | 10,089 | 1964 |
| SH 155 over Caddo Creek | High traffic | Good | 9,901 | 2012 |
| Sl 256 over Railroad (up)/wells CR | High traffic | Good | 9,832 | 2012 |
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.