Fisher County Bridge Report Card
Fisher County scores 76 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Fisher County, Texas
Fisher County has 144 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 13 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 9.0% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 676 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Fisher County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 76/100 (C). The county has 144 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 13 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 676 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 | 9.0% | 18.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.0% of measured traffic | 0.8 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 61 years vs 48 nationally | 5.3 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 67,157 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 | 9.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 61 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 676 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Fisher County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FM 1085 over Plum Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 160 | 1938 |
| CR 247 over California Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 105 | 1946 |
| CR 260 over Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1940 |
| CR 236 over Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1948 |
| CR 170 over Bitter Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 59 | 1940 |
| CR 305 over Trib Alkali CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 34 | 1945 |
| CR 424 over Plum Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 18 | 1930 |
| CR 442 over Buffalo Creek Trib | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 18 | 1940 |
| CR 213 over White Canyon CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 18 | 1944 |
| CR 449 over Linn Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 18 | 1960 |
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.