Upshur County Bridge Report Card
Upshur County scores 96 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Upshur County, Texas
Upshur County has 139 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 0 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 Upshur County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 96/100 (A). The county has 139 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 57 years vs 48 nationally | 3.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 487,606 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 | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 57 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Upshur County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 271 over Marshall Creek | High traffic | Fair | 24,040 | 1957 |
| US 259 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 12,862 | 1989 |
| US 259 over Clark Branch | High traffic | Fair | 12,862 | 2001 |
| SH 300 over Draw | High traffic | Good | 12,776 | 1991 |
| US 259 over Beachman Creek | High traffic | Fair | 10,884 | 2000 |
| SH 300 over Beech Branch | High traffic | Good | 10,156 | 1985 |
| SH 154 over Brooks Creek | High traffic | Fair | 9,233 | 1948 |
| SH 300 over Sugar Creek | High traffic | Fair | 9,035 | 2003 |
| SH 300 over Clear Creek | High traffic | Fair | 9,035 | 2003 |
| US 271 over Little Cypress Creek | High traffic | Fair | 8,960 | 1956 |
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.