Deaf Smith County Bridge Report Card
Deaf Smith County scores 85 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Deaf Smith County, Texas
Deaf Smith County has 25 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 1 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 Deaf Smith County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 85/100 (B). The county has 25 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 1 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 | 4.0% | 8.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 64 years vs 48 nationally | 6.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 32,409 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 | 4.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 64 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Deaf Smith County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR Ee over Palo Duro Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 196 | 1960 |
| IH 40 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 11,800 | 1938 |
| US 60 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 3,337 | 1935 |
| US 60 over Drain | High traffic | Good | 3,063 | 1934 |
| US 385 over Tierra Blanca Creek | High traffic | Fair | 2,460 | 1939 |
| US 60 over Tierra Blanca Creek | High traffic | Good | 1,964 | 2010 |
| US 385 over Drain | High traffic | Good | 1,813 | 1947 |
| US 385 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 1,610 | 1969 |
| FM 2943 over Tierra Blanca Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,600 | 1968 |
| US 385 over Frio Draw | High traffic | Good | 1,391 | 2010 |
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.