Rockwall County Bridge Report Card
Rockwall County scores 92 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Rockwall County, Texas
Rockwall County has 107 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.9% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 82,423 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Rockwall County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 92/100 (A). The county has 107 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 82,423 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 | 1.9% | 3.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 5.4% of measured traffic | 4.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 36 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,525,250 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 | 1.9% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 36 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 82,423 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Rockwall County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IH 30 over East Fork Trinity River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 82,077 | 1995 |
| IH 30 WB over Sabine Creek Relief | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 346 | 1956 |
| IH 30 over Brushy Creek | High traffic | Fair | 83,689 | 1955 |
| IH 30 over FM 740 | High traffic | Fair | 82,077 | 1995 |
| IH 30 over Pond Branch Creek | High traffic | Fair | 75,013 | 1955 |
| IH 30 over FM 548 | High traffic | Fair | 75,013 | 1956 |
| IH 30 WB over SH 205 | High traffic | Good | 63,036 | 2009 |
| IH 30 EB over SH 205 | High traffic | Good | 63,036 | 2009 |
| IH 30 over Buffalo Creek Branch | High traffic | Fair | 58,264 | 1955 |
| IH 30 over Parker Creek Branch | High traffic | Fair | 57,161 | 1955 |
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.