Limestone County Bridge Report Card
Limestone County scores 90 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Limestone County, Texas
Limestone County has 279 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 10 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.6% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 698 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Limestone County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 90/100 (A). The county has 279 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 10 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 698 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 | 3.6% | 7.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.1% | 2.2 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 50 years vs 48 nationally | 0.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 327,208 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 | 3.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.1% |
| Average Bridge Age | 50 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 698 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Limestone County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 758 over Davis Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 165 | 2002 |
| CR 244 over Tehuacana Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 104 | 1920 |
| CR 208 over Daniel Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1994 |
| CR 752 over Blains Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 69 | 2004 |
| CR 770 over Sand Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 55 | 1940 |
| CR 433 over Pin Oak Creek Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 55 | 1989 |
| CR 707a over Moss Springs Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 55 | 2001 |
| CR 142 over Mustang Creek Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 51 | 1987 |
| CR 443 over Perry Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 39 | 1980 |
| CR 609 over Elm Creek Tributary | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5 | 1920 |
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.