Hansford County Bridge Report Card
Hansford County scores 82 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Hansford County, Texas
Hansford County has 38 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 3 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 Hansford County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 82/100 (B). The county has 38 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 3 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 | 7.9% | 15.8 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 53 years vs 48 nationally | 2.1 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 16,433 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 | 7.9% |
| Average Bridge Age | 53 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Hansford County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR Dd over Horse Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 50 | 1950 |
| CR 4 over Frisco Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 43 | 1950 |
| CR F over Palo Duro Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 22 | 1950 |
| SH 15 over Horse Creek | High traffic | Good | 2,006 | 2002 |
| SH 136 over Farwell Draw | High traffic | Fair | 1,223 | 1952 |
| SH 15 over Farwell Creek | High traffic | Good | 1,100 | 2021 |
| SH 15 over Palo Duro Creek | High traffic | Good | 1,100 | 2021 |
| SH 136 over Palo Duro Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,023 | 1952 |
| SH 136 over Hanas Branch | High traffic | Good | 1,023 | 1952 |
| SH 15 over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 996 | 1948 |
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.