Eastland County Bridge Report Card
Eastland County scores 93 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Eastland County, Texas
Eastland County has 229 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.4% is at or below the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 42 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Eastland County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 93/100 (A). The county has 229 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 42 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 | 0.4% | 0.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.4% | 0.9 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 61 years vs 48 nationally | 5.1 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 758,528 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 | 0.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.4% |
| Average Bridge Age | 61 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 42 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Eastland County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 336 over Colony Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 42 | 1940 |
| CR 303 over Nash Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 50 | 1934 |
| IH 20 & N Fr over Slough | High traffic | Fair | 25,223 | 1956 |
| IH 20 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 22,282 | 1967 |
| IH 20 Mls & Frs over Draw | High traffic | Good | 22,282 | 1969 |
| IH 20 & Ramps over Draw | High traffic | Good | 22,282 | 1969 |
| IH 20 over Middle Fork Leon River | High traffic | Fair | 22,282 | 1969 |
| IH 20 And N & S Fr over Drain | High traffic | Good | 21,978 | 1976 |
| IH 20 And N & S Fr over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 21,887 | 1972 |
| IH 20 over Drain | High traffic | Fair | 21,641 | 1970 |
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.