Duchesne County Bridge Report Card
Duchesne County scores 68 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Duchesne County, Utah
Duchesne County has 89 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 6 rated poor and 8 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 6.7% is above the 3.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,097 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Duchesne County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 68/100 (D). The county has 89 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 6 in poor condition and 8 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,097 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 | 6.7% | 13.5 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.9% of measured traffic | 0.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 9.0% | 18.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 39 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 122,865 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 | 6.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 9.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 39 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,097 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Duchesne County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Road over Duchesne River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 63 | 1942 |
| Boys Ranch RD over Lake Fork Overflow Chan. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 63 | 1999 |
| Sr-35 over Duchesne River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 783 | 1967 |
| IRR BIA RTE 7 over Uintah River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1963 |
| Sundown Ridge Rd. over Current Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 63 | 1999 |
| County Road over Duchesne River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 1952 |
| County Road over Yellowstone Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 202 | 1985 |
| County Road over Lake Fork Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 189 | 1992 |
| Beaver Sld.rd. Co. over Lake Fork Overflow Chan. | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 189 | 1999 |
| County Road over Duchesne River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 69 | 1965 |
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.