Wharton County Bridge Report Card
Wharton County scores 89 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Wharton County, Texas
Wharton County has 373 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 21 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.6% is above the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,538 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Wharton County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 89/100 (B). The county has 373 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 21 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,538 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 | 5.6% | 11.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 41 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,358,291 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 | 5.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 41 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,538 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Wharton County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co RD 125 over Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 798 | 1988 |
| CR 130 over Jarvis Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 277 | 1993 |
| Pinchot ST over Tres Palacios River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 267 | 1985 |
| CR 424 over Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 215 | 1970 |
| CR 267 over Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 141 | 1990 |
| Co RD 215 over West Bernard Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 120 | 1982 |
| CR 289 over Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 120 | 1995 |
| Co RD 311 over Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 79 | 1993 |
| Co RD 467 over Lcra Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 78 | 1960 |
| CR 268 over Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 70 | 1995 |
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.