Coleman County Bridge Report Card
Coleman County scores 80 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Coleman County, Texas
Coleman County has 150 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 5 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.3% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 430 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Coleman County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 80/100 (B). The county has 150 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 5 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 430 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 | 3.3% | 6.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.3% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.3% | 2.7 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 75 years vs 48 nationally | 10.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 154,618 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 | 3.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.3% |
| Average Bridge Age | 75 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 430 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Coleman County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 154 over Betty Logan Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1931 |
| Brazos ST over Hords Creek Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 220 | 1940 |
| Llano ST over Hords Creek Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 90 | 1940 |
| San Saba ST over Hords Creek Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1938 |
| CR 220 over Colorado River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 1900 |
| FM 2707 over Draw | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 100 | 1925 |
| US 84 over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 6,556 | 1925 |
| US 84 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 6,556 | 1938 |
| US 84 over Bnsf Rr | High traffic | Good | 6,556 | 1971 |
| US 84 over Santa Anna Creek | High traffic | Fair | 6,139 | 1925 |
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.