Archer County Bridge Report Card
Archer County scores 93 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Archer County, Texas
Archer County has 125 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.6% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 348 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Archer County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 93/100 (A). The county has 125 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 348 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 | 1.6% | 3.2 |
| 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 | 57 years vs 48 nationally | 3.7 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 176,341 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 | 1.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 57 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 348 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Archer County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SH 25 over Mid Frk Lit Wichita Riv | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 338 | 1938 |
| CR 158 / Cuba RD over Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 2006 |
| SH 79 over Drainage Ditch | High traffic | Fair | 8,330 | 1929 |
| US 277 SB over Bu 277 | High traffic | Good | 6,511 | 2006 |
| US 82/277 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 4,755 | 2015 |
| US 281 over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 4,601 | 1929 |
| US 281 over Lake Creek Slough | High traffic | Fair | 4,601 | 1929 |
| SH 79 over Little Wichita River Rel | High traffic | Fair | 4,542 | 1928 |
| US 82 / US 277 over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 4,468 | 1928 |
| US 82/277 over Branch Of Holliday Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,468 | 2016 |
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.