Lubbock County Bridge Report Card
Lubbock County scores 98 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Lubbock County, Texas
Lubbock County has 241 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 1.2% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Lubbock County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 98/100 (A). The county has 241 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.2% | 2.5 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 38 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 2,798,795 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 | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.2% |
| Average Bridge Age | 38 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Lubbock County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 82 over Yellow House Draw | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 14,629 | 1954 |
| US 62 over Nfk Dbl Mtn Fk Brazos Ri | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 9,942 | 1953 |
| Comanche Road over Buffalo Spring Lake | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 100 | 1980 |
| S Lp 289 over Drain | High traffic | Fair | 70,190 | 1971 |
| S Lp 289 over Drain | High traffic | Fair | 70,130 | 1971 |
| US 62/us 82 over Drain | High traffic | Good | 52,644 | 2007 |
| Lp 289 SB over Erskine ST / Quaker AVE | High traffic | Good | 38,800 | 2013 |
| Loop 289 NB over Erskine ST / Quaker AVE | High traffic | Good | 38,800 | 2014 |
| S Lp 289 WB over FM 1730 (slide Rd) | High traffic | Fair | 35,519 | 1971 |
| S Lp 289 WB over Quaker AVE | High traffic | Fair | 35,519 | 1971 |
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.