Bee County Bridge Report Card
Bee County scores 91 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Bee County, Texas
Bee County has 131 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 2 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 Bee County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 91/100 (A). The county has 131 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 2 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 | 1.5% | 3.1 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 62 years vs 48 nationally | 5.7 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 314,939 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 | 1.5% |
| Average Bridge Age | 62 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Bee County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FM 888 over Aransas Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 778 | 1947 |
| FM 1349 over Dry Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 185 | 1948 |
| US 181 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 8,630 | 1971 |
| ST Marys ST over Poesta Creek | High traffic | Fair | 7,410 | 1976 |
| US 59 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 7,377 | 1949 |
| ST Marys ST over Dry Branch | High traffic | Good | 7,000 | 1980 |
| US 181 over Medio Creek | High traffic | Fair | 6,983 | 1947 |
| US 59 over Poesta Creek | High traffic | Fair | 6,194 | 1953 |
| US 181 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 5,962 | 1940 |
| US 181 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 5,947 | 1929 |
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.