Guadalupe County Bridge Report Card
Guadalupe County scores 99 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Guadalupe County, Texas
Guadalupe County has 298 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 1.2% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Guadalupe County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 99/100 (A). The county has 298 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.7% | 1.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 3,001,987 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 | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.7% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Guadalupe County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 90a over Mill Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 3,810 | 1951 |
| FM 2538 over Cibolo Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 723 | 1960 |
| IH 35 over Dietz Creek | High traffic | Fair | 94,227 | 1934 |
| IH 35 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 94,227 | 1993 |
| IH 10 over Buzzard Creek | High traffic | Fair | 55,363 | 1932 |
| IH 10 WB over Guadalupe R/reiley RD | High traffic | Good | 53,601 | 1965 |
| IH 35 Nbml over Cibolo Creek & FM 1518 | High traffic | Fair | 53,461 | 1993 |
| IH 10 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 53,260 | 1932 |
| IH 35 Sbml over Cibolo Creek & FM 1518 | High traffic | Fair | 52,722 | 1993 |
| IH 10 Ml & Sfr over Draw | High traffic | Good | 30,970 | 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.