Lavaca County Bridge Report Card
Lavaca County scores 84 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Lavaca County, Texas
Lavaca County has 262 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 10 rated poor and 8 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.8% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,174 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Lavaca County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 84/100 (B). The county has 262 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 10 in poor condition and 8 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,174 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 | 3.8% | 7.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.4% of measured traffic | 0.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 3.1% | 6.1 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 52 years vs 48 nationally | 1.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 321,499 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 | 3.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 3.1% |
| Average Bridge Age | 52 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,174 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Lavaca County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co RD 322 over N Fork Mustang Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 51 | 1930 |
| CR 281 over Ponton Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1930 |
| Co RD 294 over Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1991 |
| Willis ST over Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 490 | 1940 |
| CR 130 over Rickaway Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 205 | 1991 |
| CR 177 over Boggy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 120 | 1995 |
| CR 244 over Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 90 | 1990 |
| Co RD 291 over Kuenhs Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 78 | 1987 |
| CR 248 over Little Rocky Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1984 |
| CR 456 over Kent Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 1985 |
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.