Bexar County Bridge Report Card
Bexar County scores 98 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Bexar County, Texas
Bexar County has 2,356 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 8 rated poor and 14 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.3% is at or below the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 89,220 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Bexar County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 98/100 (A). The county has 2,356 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 8 in poor condition and 14 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 89,220 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 | 0.3% | 0.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.1% of measured traffic | 0.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.6% | 1.2 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 42 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 65,768,361 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 | 0.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.6% |
| Average Bridge Age | 42 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 89,220 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Bexar County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IH 410 SB over Spur 117 (s Ww White Rd) | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 28,666 | 1966 |
| IH 410 Sbml over Bnsf Rr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25,000 | 1961 |
| IH 410 Nbml over Bnsf Rr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 23,369 | 1961 |
| Evans RD over Drain | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,669 | 1987 |
| Pleasanton RD over Medina River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,378 | 1985 |
| South Presa Street over San Antonio River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 682 | 1900 |
| Crockett Street over San Antonio River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 233 | 1900 |
| Augusta Street over San Antonio River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 223 | 1900 |
| IH 35 NB over San Pedro Creek & Rr | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 173,066 | 1986 |
| IH 35 NB over Elm Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 52,065 | 1934 |
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.