Leon County Bridge Report Card
Leon County scores 92 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Leon County, Texas
Leon County has 159 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 6 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.8% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,502 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Leon County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 92/100 (A). The county has 159 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 6 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,502 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% | 7.5 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 50 years vs 48 nationally | 0.7 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 775,834 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 | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 50 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,502 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Leon County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FM 3 over Swan Lake Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,312 | 1975 |
| CR 427 over Brushy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1990 |
| CR 428 over Rocky Branch Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1991 |
| CR 244 over Boons Creek Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1988 |
| CR 419 over Boggy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1990 |
| CR 459 over Carryall Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1990 |
| IH 45 over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 39,011 | 1966 |
| IH 45 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 37,325 | 1967 |
| IH 45 over Copper Creek | High traffic | Fair | 37,325 | 1969 |
| IH 45 over Two Mile Creek | High traffic | Fair | 36,958 | 1965 |
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.