Jack County Bridge Report Card
Jack County scores 94 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Jack County, Texas
Jack County has 135 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.7% is at or below the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 100 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Jack County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 94/100 (A). The county has 135 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 100 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 | 0.7% | 1.5 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.1% of measured traffic | 0.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 58 years vs 48 nationally | 4.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 113,051 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 | 0.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 58 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 100 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Jack County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campsey Rd- Pct 1 over Trib Of Crooked Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1935 |
| US 281 over Rock Quarry/trib Lost Ck | High traffic | Fair | 7,523 | 1925 |
| US 281 over Lost Creek | High traffic | Good | 7,523 | 2013 |
| US 281 over Little Cleveland Creek | High traffic | Fair | 3,942 | 1942 |
| US 380 over Rock Creek | High traffic | Good | 3,282 | 1989 |
| SH 199 over Boons Creek | High traffic | Fair | 3,117 | 1931 |
| US 281 over Trib Of Two Bush Branch | High traffic | Fair | 3,051 | 1925 |
| US 281 over Trib Of Two Bush Branch | High traffic | Fair | 3,051 | 1925 |
| US 281 over Pursley Branch | High traffic | Fair | 3,045 | 1942 |
| US 281 over Trib Of Two Bush Branch | High traffic | Good | 2,516 | 2007 |
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.