Gray County Bridge Report Card
Gray County scores 75 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Gray County, Texas
Gray County has 78 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 4 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.6% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 7,187 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Gray County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 75/100 (C). The county has 78 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 4 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 7,187 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 | 2.6% | 5.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 8.0% of measured traffic | 6.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 5.1% | 10.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 57 years vs 48 nationally | 3.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 89,935 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 | 2.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 5.1% |
| Average Bridge Age | 57 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 7,187 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Gray County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IH 40 EB over IH 40 Frontage Road Conn | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,114 | 1984 |
| FM 2473 over Mcclellan Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 73 | 1959 |
| SH 70 over Draw | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,247 | 1930 |
| Bu 40 EB over Draw | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 389 | 1950 |
| FM 3143 over S Long Dry Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 100 | 1947 |
| CR 10 over Red Deer Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 15 | 1975 |
| IH 40 WB over Johnson Ranch Entrance | High traffic | Fair | 7,465 | 1977 |
| IH 40 EB over Johnson Ranch Entrance | High traffic | Fair | 7,465 | 1980 |
| IH 40 EB over IH 40 Frontage Road Conn | High traffic | Fair | 7,165 | 1978 |
| IH 40 WB over IH 40 Frontage Road Conn | High traffic | Fair | 7,023 | 1984 |
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.