Blanco County Bridge Report Card
Blanco County scores 93 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Blanco County, Texas
Blanco County has 63 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 Blanco County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 93/100 (A). The county has 63 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 | 65 years vs 48 nationally | 6.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 366,364 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 | 65 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Blanco County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 281 over Deer Creek | High traffic | Good | 17,382 | 1962 |
| US 281 over Town Creek | High traffic | Good | 15,887 | 1960 |
| US 281 over Blanco River | High traffic | Fair | 15,388 | 1960 |
| US 281 over Durham Branch | High traffic | Good | 15,388 | 1960 |
| US 281 over Stribling Creek | High traffic | Good | 13,108 | 1929 |
| US 281 over Cottonwood Creek | High traffic | Good | 13,108 | 1929 |
| US 281 over Hardin Russell Creek | High traffic | Good | 13,108 | 1929 |
| US 281 over Dry Cypress Creek | High traffic | Fair | 13,108 | 1930 |
| US 281 over Flat Creek Relief | High traffic | Good | 13,024 | 1960 |
| US 281 over Flat Creek | High traffic | Good | 13,024 | 1960 |
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.