Burleson County Bridge Report Card
Burleson County scores 94 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Burleson County, Texas
Burleson County has 127 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.6% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 309 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Burleson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 94/100 (A). The county has 127 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 309 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% | 3.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.1% of measured traffic | 0.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.6% | 3.1 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 48 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 294,228 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 | 1.6% |
| Average Bridge Age | 48 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 309 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Burleson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 310 over Davidson Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 250 | 1940 |
| CR 146 over Birch Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 59 | 1940 |
| FM 60 over Davidson Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 100 | 1951 |
| FM 60 over Davidson Creek Relief | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 100 | 1951 |
| SH 21 over Davidson Creek | High traffic | Good | 19,649 | 1968 |
| SH 21 over Porters Creek | High traffic | Fair | 16,349 | 1968 |
| SH 21 over Greens Creek | High traffic | Fair | 15,418 | 1964 |
| SH 21 over Drainage Ditch | High traffic | Good | 15,418 | 2007 |
| SH 21 over Small Creek | High traffic | Good | 14,244 | 1936 |
| SH 36 over Thompson Creek | High traffic | Good | 10,403 | 1937 |
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.