Millard County Bridge Report Card
Millard County scores 92 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Millard County, Utah
Millard County has 72 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.8% is at or below the 3.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 98 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Millard County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 92/100 (A). The county has 72 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 98 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 | 2.8% | 5.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.4% | 2.8 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 48 years vs 48 nationally | 0.1 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 539,656 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 | 2.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.4% |
| Average Bridge Age | 48 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 98 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Millard County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chalk Creek Road over S. Fk. Chalk Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1965 |
| County Road over Central Utah Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 38 | 1935 |
| 1500 N. County Rd. over Wilson Canal | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 350 | 1973 |
| I-15 (sr-15)nb&sb over Chalk Creek | High traffic | Fair | 24,744 | 1972 |
| I-15 (sr-15)nb&sb over Chalk Creek Overflow Ch. | High traffic | Fair | 24,744 | 1972 |
| I-15 (sr-15) Nbl over Sr-99 Intchg. X-road | High traffic | Fair | 24,744 | 1972 |
| I-15 (sr-15) Sbl over Sr-99 Intchg. X-road | High traffic | Fair | 24,744 | 1972 |
| I-15 SB over Dog Valley Access RD | High traffic | Good | 23,000 | 2022 |
| I-15 (sr-15) Nbl over Co. Rd. Inter X-road | High traffic | Fair | 22,567 | 1966 |
| I-15 (sr-15) Nbl over Co. Rd. Inter X-road | High traffic | Fair | 22,567 | 1972 |
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.