Sevier County Bridge Report Card
Sevier County scores 96 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Sevier County, Utah
Sevier County has 157 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.6% is at or below the 3.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,559 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Sevier County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 96/100 (A). The county has 157 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,559 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 | 0.6% | 1.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.3% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.3% | 2.5 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 42 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 620,132 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 | 0.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.3% |
| Average Bridge Age | 42 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,559 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Sevier County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Us-89 (sr-89) over Clear Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,559 | 1929 |
| County Road over Fremont River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 139 | 1989 |
| County Road over Seven Mile Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 139 | 1992 |
| Sr-120 over Richfield Canal | High traffic | Fair | 18,004 | 1956 |
| Sr-120 over State Canal | High traffic | Fair | 10,675 | 1978 |
| I-70 (sr-70) Ebl over Sr-259 Intchg.x-road | High traffic | Fair | 10,111 | 1986 |
| I-70 (sr-70) Wbl over County Rd. Intchg.x-road | High traffic | Fair | 10,111 | 1986 |
| I-70 (sr-70) over So.branch So.cedar Wash | High traffic | Fair | 10,111 | 1988 |
| I-70 (sr-70) over South Cedar Wash | High traffic | Fair | 10,111 | 1988 |
| I-70 (sr-70) over State Canal | High traffic | Fair | 10,111 | 1988 |
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.