Comanche County Bridge Report Card
Comanche County scores 94 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Comanche County, Texas
Comanche County has 212 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 4 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.9% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 280 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Comanche County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 94/100 (A). The county has 212 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 4 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 280 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 | 1.9% | 3.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.5% | 0.9 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 50 years vs 48 nationally | 1.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 168,457 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 | 1.9% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.5% |
| Average Bridge Age | 50 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 280 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Comanche County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 250 over South Leon River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1993 |
| CR 260 over South Leon River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 80 | 1982 |
| CR 235 over South Leon River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1970 |
| CR 445 over Sabana River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 2002 |
| CR 102 over Sweetwater Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 50 | 1986 |
| SH 16 over Austin Creek | High traffic | Fair | 5,765 | 1993 |
| US 67 over Indian Creek Branch | High traffic | Fair | 4,712 | 1930 |
| US 67 over Drainage Ditch | High traffic | Fair | 4,712 | 1930 |
| SH 36 over At & Sf Rr | High traffic | Fair | 4,585 | 1952 |
| US 67 over At & Sf Rr | High traffic | Good | 4,497 | 2009 |
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.