Hamilton County Bridge Report Card
Hamilton County scores 91 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Hamilton County, Texas
Hamilton County has 119 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.7% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 378 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Hamilton County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 91/100 (A). The county has 119 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 378 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 | 1.7% | 3.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 61 years vs 48 nationally | 5.4 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 157,216 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 | 1.7% |
| 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 | 378 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Hamilton County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iredell Street over Jacks Hollow Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 309 | 1931 |
| CR 203 over Leon River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 69 | 1932 |
| SH 36 over Pecan Creek | High traffic | Fair | 7,321 | 1948 |
| US 281 over Bosque River | High traffic | Fair | 6,992 | 1942 |
| US 281 over Bosque River Relief | High traffic | Fair | 6,992 | 1942 |
| US 281 over Trib N Bosque River | High traffic | Fair | 6,963 | 1938 |
| SH 6 over Tabor Branch | High traffic | Good | 5,276 | 1935 |
| SH 6 over Jack Branch | High traffic | Fair | 5,076 | 1934 |
| US 281 over Logan Branch | High traffic | Good | 4,940 | 1940 |
| US 281 over US 84 | High traffic | Fair | 4,440 | 1939 |
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.