Liberty County Bridge Report Card
Liberty County scores 96 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Liberty County, Texas
Liberty County has 240 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 4 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.7% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,344 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Liberty County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 96/100 (A). The county has 240 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 4 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,344 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 | 1.7% | 3.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.3% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 40 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,462,808 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 | 1.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 40 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 4,344 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Liberty County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FM 563 over Shiloh Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,278 | 1940 |
| FM 770 over S Fk Little Willow Marsh | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,840 | 1930 |
| Miller RD over Gaylor Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 180 | 1991 |
| CR 117 over E Fork Cow Island Bayou | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 46 | 1993 |
| US 59 over Atsf Rr & Drain | High traffic | Good | 35,560 | 1987 |
| US 59 over Sl 573 | High traffic | Good | 33,938 | 1987 |
| US 59 over Sl 573 & Ditch | High traffic | Fair | 29,958 | 1987 |
| US 59 over Drainage Ditch | High traffic | Fair | 29,958 | 1987 |
| US 59 Ml & Sbfr over Drainage Ditch | High traffic | Good | 29,124 | 1987 |
| US 59 Ml & Sbfr over Little Tarkington Bayou | High traffic | Fair | 29,124 | 1987 |
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.