McMullen County Bridge Report Card
McMullen County scores 84 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
McMullen County, Texas
McMullen County has 63 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.2% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 7,965 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives McMullen County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 84/100 (B). The county has 63 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 7,965 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 | 3.2% | 6.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 8.0% of measured traffic | 6.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 57 years vs 48 nationally | 3.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 99,363 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 | 3.2% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 57 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 7,965 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in McMullen County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SH 16 over Frio River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,109 | 1954 |
| SH 16 over San Miguel Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,856 | 1954 |
| SH 16 over Salt Branch | High traffic | Fair | 4,179 | 1956 |
| SH 16 over Frio River Relief | High traffic | Fair | 3,301 | 1956 |
| SH 16 over Bruce Branch | High traffic | Good | 2,856 | 1954 |
| FM 624 over Nueces River | High traffic | Good | 2,856 | 1964 |
| FM 624 over Nueces River Relief #1 | High traffic | Good | 2,856 | 1964 |
| SH 16 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 2,844 | 1954 |
| SH 16 over Salt Branch | High traffic | Good | 2,844 | 1954 |
| FM 791 over Smec Haul Road | High traffic | Good | 2,700 | 2018 |
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.