Fayette County Bridge Report Card
Fayette County scores 89 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Fayette County, Texas
Fayette County has 376 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 13 rated poor and 6 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.5% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 6,193 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Fayette County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 89/100 (B). The county has 376 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 13 in poor condition and 6 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 6,193 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 | 3.5% | 6.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.5% of measured traffic | 0.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.6% | 3.2 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 48 years vs 48 nationally | 0.2 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,218,045 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 | 3.5% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.6% |
| Average Bridge Age | 48 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 6,193 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Fayette County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SH 159 over Rocky Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,088 | 1958 |
| Old Hallettsvle RD over Mulberry Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 140 | 1989 |
| Freyburg-engle RD over Rocky Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 41 | 1988 |
| Fosters Creek RD over Foster Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 390 | 1984 |
| E Radhost School over Cedar Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 114 | 1983 |
| Piano Bridge Road over East Navidad River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1900 |
| Klatt RD over Jacks Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 90 | 1992 |
| Gebhard RD over Haw Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 80 | 1987 |
| Kramr RD over Bull Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1987 |
| Vasut RD over Draw | 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.