Briscoe County Bridge Report Card
Briscoe County scores 94 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Briscoe County, Texas
Briscoe County has 18 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 Briscoe County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 94/100 (A). The county has 18 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 | 62 years vs 48 nationally | 5.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 6,599 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 | 62 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Briscoe County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SH 86 over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 1,001 | 1937 |
| SH 86 over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 1,001 | 1937 |
| SH 86 over Kent Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,001 | 1942 |
| SH 86 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 1,001 | 1958 |
| SH 86 over Rock Creek | High traffic | Good | 911 | 1942 |
| SH 70 over Antelope Creek | High traffic | Fair | 363 | 1955 |
| FM 1065 over Kent Creek | High traffic | Good | 246 | 1957 |
| FM 1065 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 246 | 1957 |
| FM 145 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 205 | 1963 |
| SH 207 over Tule Creek | High traffic | Fair | 190 | 2006 |
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.