Schleicher County Bridge Report Card
Schleicher County scores 86 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Schleicher County, Texas
Schleicher County has 33 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.0% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 22 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Schleicher County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 86/100 (B). The county has 33 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 22 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 | 3.0% | 6.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.1% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 68 years vs 48 nationally | 8.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 37,169 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 | 3.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 68 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 22 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Schleicher County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 302 over South Concho River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 22 | 1924 |
| US 277 over Meador Draw | High traffic | Good | 5,414 | 1964 |
| US 277 over Finnegan Draw | High traffic | Fair | 5,414 | 1964 |
| US 277 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 5,414 | 1964 |
| US 277 over Indian Draw | High traffic | Good | 5,414 | 1965 |
| US 277 over Dry Draw | High traffic | Good | 2,228 | 1965 |
| US 277 over Hackberry Draw | High traffic | Good | 2,217 | 1965 |
| US 277 over Dry Draw | High traffic | Good | 2,217 | 1965 |
| US 190 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 677 | 1967 |
| US 190 over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 595 | 1967 |
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.