Somervell County Bridge Report Card
Somervell County scores 80 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Somervell County, Texas
Somervell County has 28 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.6% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,336 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Somervell County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 80/100 (B). The county has 28 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,336 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% | 7.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.0% of measured traffic | 0.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 3.6% | 7.1 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 61 years vs 48 nationally | 5.3 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 140,495 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 | 3.6% |
| Average Bridge Age | 61 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,336 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Somervell County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FM 205 over Paluxy River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,336 | 1961 |
| US 67 over Wheeler Branch | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 17,806 | 1948 |
| US 67 over Van Zandt Branch | High traffic | Good | 16,353 | 2003 |
| US 67 over Squaw Creek | High traffic | Good | 12,189 | 2008 |
| US 67 over Trib Of Brazos River | High traffic | Fair | 11,129 | 1941 |
| SH 144 over Paluxy River | High traffic | Fair | 9,334 | 1923 |
| US 67 over Trib.of Brazos River | High traffic | Good | 8,823 | 1942 |
| SH 144 over Snake Creek | High traffic | Fair | 6,300 | 1938 |
| SH 144 over Squaw Creek | High traffic | Good | 6,137 | 2008 |
| US 67 over Barker Branch | High traffic | Fair | 6,049 | 1925 |
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.