Hemphill County Bridge Report Card
Hemphill County scores 94 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Hemphill County, Texas
Hemphill County has 35 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 0 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 Hemphill County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 94/100 (A). The county has 35 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 62 years vs 48 nationally | 5.7 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 37,824 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 | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 62 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Hemphill County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 60 WB over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 3,371 | 1931 |
| US 60 / 83 over Canadian River | High traffic | Good | 2,968 | 1997 |
| SH 33 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 2,120 | 1941 |
| US 83 SB over US 60 EB | High traffic | Fair | 2,000 | 1975 |
| US 83 over Major Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,945 | 1933 |
| US 83 over White Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,945 | 1933 |
| US 83 over Washita River | High traffic | Good | 1,945 | 1998 |
| US 83 over W Frk Horse Creek South | High traffic | Good | 1,700 | 2021 |
| US 83 over W Frk Horse Creek North | High traffic | Good | 1,700 | 2021 |
| US 83 over Horse Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,670 | 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.