Dimmit County Bridge Report Card
Dimmit County scores 93 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Dimmit County, Texas
Dimmit County has 74 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 0 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 Dimmit County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 93/100 (A). The county has 74 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 65 years vs 48 nationally | 6.7 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 230,277 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 | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 65 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Dimmit County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 83 over Live Oak Creek | High traffic | Good | 10,573 | 1958 |
| US 83 over Palm Creek | High traffic | Good | 9,753 | 1957 |
| US 83 over Carrizo Creek | High traffic | Good | 8,595 | 1973 |
| US 83 over Bellyache Creek | High traffic | Good | 8,572 | 1949 |
| US 83 over Javalin Creek | High traffic | Fair | 5,432 | 1929 |
| US 83 over Salt Creek | High traffic | Fair | 5,432 | 1957 |
| US 83 over Box Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,432 | 1957 |
| US 83 over El Barroso Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,085 | 1958 |
| US 83 over El Barroso Creek Rel | High traffic | Fair | 5,085 | 1958 |
| US 83 over El Moro Creek Rel #2 | High traffic | Fair | 5,085 | 1958 |
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.