Uintah County Bridge Report Card
Uintah County scores 84 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Uintah County, Utah
Uintah County has 90 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 3 rated poor and 4 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.3% is at or below the 3.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 23 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Uintah County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 84/100 (B). The county has 90 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 3 in poor condition and 4 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 23 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 | 3.3% | 6.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 4.4% | 8.9 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 35 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 99,077 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 | 3.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 4.4% |
| Average Bridge Age | 35 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 23 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Uintah County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Road over Willow Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 13 | 1975 |
| County Road over Willow Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5 | 1975 |
| Tribal Route 9035 over White River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5 | 2000 |
| 2500 West St. -co. over Ashley Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 780 | 1987 |
| 2000 North St.-co. over Steinaker Canal | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 643 | 1960 |
| County Road over Ashley Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 252 | 1979 |
| County Road over Willow Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 26 | 1972 |
| Sr-121 over Steinaker Service Canal | High traffic | Fair | 8,200 | 1932 |
| Us-40 (sr-40) over Sand Wash | High traffic | Fair | 7,600 | 1959 |
| Us-40 (sr-40) over Uintah River | High traffic | Fair | 7,600 | 1960 |
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.