Fannin County Bridge Report Card
Fannin County scores 84 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Fannin County, Texas
Fannin County has 306 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 17 rated poor and 6 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.6% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 6,784 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Fannin County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 84/100 (B). The county has 306 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 17 in poor condition and 6 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 6,784 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 | 5.6% | 11.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.3% of measured traffic | 1.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.0% | 3.9 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 40 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 533,852 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 | 5.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 40 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 6,784 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Fannin County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FM 2990 over North Sulphur River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1968 |
| SH 56 over Bois Darc CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,060 | 1931 |
| SH 56 over Sloans Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,676 | 1931 |
| FM 824 over Wafer Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 424 | 1940 |
| CR 2825 over Sanders Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 64 | 1990 |
| CR 3040 over Polecat Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1988 |
| CR 3520 over Tollett Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1995 |
| CR 1565 over Timber Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1987 |
| CR 2275 over Dry Fork | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1987 |
| CR 2105 over Robert Springs Br Trib | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1989 |
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.