Williamson County Bridge Report Card
Williamson County scores 99 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Williamson County, Texas
Williamson County has 1,171 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 4 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.3% is at or below the 1.2% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,890 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Williamson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 99/100 (A). The county has 1,171 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 4 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,890 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 | 0.3% | 0.7 |
| 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 | 31 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 11,812,354 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 | 0.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.2% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 31 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,890 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Williamson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FM 619 over Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,224 | 1935 |
| CR 118 over Cottonwood Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 506 | 1926 |
| CR 126 over Mileham Br | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1922 |
| CR 434 over Brushy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1930 |
| IH 35 SB over South San Gabriel River | High traffic | Fair | 517,256 | 1965 |
| IH 35 Ml & Nbfr over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 209,037 | 1960 |
| N IH 35 Off Ramp over Uprr & Mcneil RD | High traffic | Good | 207,900 | 2018 |
| N IH 35 On Ramp over Uprr & Mcneil RD | High traffic | Good | 207,900 | 2018 |
| IH 35 over Lake Creek | High traffic | Fair | 160,231 | 1960 |
| IH 35 over Mcneil Rd; Up Rr; Etc | High traffic | Fair | 151,634 | 1990 |
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.