Concho County Bridge Report Card
Concho County scores 91 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Concho County, Texas
Concho County has 75 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.3% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 13 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Concho County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 91/100 (A). The county has 75 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 13 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 | 1.3% | 2.7 |
| 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 | 63 years vs 48 nationally | 6.1 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 155,773 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 | 1.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 63 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 13 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Concho County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 4606 over Duck Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 13 | 1930 |
| US 87 over Drain | High traffic | Good | 7,874 | 1973 |
| US 87 over Hardin Creek | High traffic | Fair | 6,673 | 2012 |
| US 87 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 6,141 | 1973 |
| US 87 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 6,141 | 1973 |
| US 83 SB over Brady Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,311 | 2008 |
| US 83 NB over Brady Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,311 | 2009 |
| US 83 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 5,311 | 2016 |
| US 87 SB over Kickapoo Creek | High traffic | Fair | 5,240 | 1931 |
| US 87 NB over Frog Pond Creek | High traffic | Fair | 5,240 | 1931 |
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.