Hutchinson County Bridge Report Card
Hutchinson County scores 76 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Hutchinson County, Texas
Hutchinson County has 50 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 5 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 Hutchinson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 76/100 (C). The county has 50 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 5 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 | 10.0% | 20.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 57 years vs 48 nationally | 3.7 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 132,054 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 | 10.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 57 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Hutchinson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 7 over South Palo Duro Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 91 | 1950 |
| Chickasaw RD over Rock Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 36 | 1950 |
| FM 1526 over Cottonwood Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 32 | 1966 |
| CR X over White Deer Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 27 | 2010 |
| CR F over Fork Of Palo Duro Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 3 | 1960 |
| SH 207 NB over SH 136 WB | High traffic | Fair | 17,000 | 1957 |
| SH 207 SB over SH 136 WB | High traffic | Fair | 17,000 | 1957 |
| SH 136 over Hill Creek | High traffic | Fair | 8,439 | 1942 |
| SH 207 NB over SH 136 EB | High traffic | Fair | 8,400 | 1957 |
| SH 207 SB over SH 136 EB | High traffic | Fair | 8,400 | 1957 |
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.