Lee County Bridge Report Card
Lee County scores 93 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Lee County, Texas
Lee County has 139 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 3 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.2% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 12,232 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Lee County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 93/100 (A). The county has 139 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 3 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 12,232 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 | 2.2% | 4.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 3.9% of measured traffic | 2.9 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 45 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 311,501 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 | 2.2% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 45 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 12,232 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Lee County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 77 over Up Rr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 11,819 | 1953 |
| CR 208 over Rabbs Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 365 | 1978 |
| CR 410 over Brushy Creek Trib | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 48 | 2006 |
| US 290 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 27,776 | 1993 |
| US 290 over Cummins Creek | High traffic | Good | 22,401 | 1947 |
| US 290 EB over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 9,605 | 1947 |
| US 290 EB over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 9,605 | 1947 |
| US 290 WB over Draw A | High traffic | Good | 9,605 | 2005 |
| US 290 WB over Draw | High traffic | Good | 9,605 | 2005 |
| US 290 EB over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 9,002 | 1947 |
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.