Converse County Bridge Report Card
Converse County scores 55 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Converse County, Wyoming
Converse County has 136 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 19 rated poor and 5 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 14.0% is above the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 38,609 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Converse County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 55/100 (F). The county has 136 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 19 in poor condition and 5 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 38,609 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 | 14.0% | 27.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 10.9% of measured traffic | 8.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 3.7% | 7.4 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 52 years vs 48 nationally | 1.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 352,920 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 | 14.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 3.7% |
| Average Bridge Age | 52 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 38,609 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Converse County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co Cnty RD 29 over Laprele Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 147 | 1992 |
| W Richards Street over North Platte River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,816 | 1984 |
| I-25 Sbl over Deer Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,838 | 1967 |
| I-25 Sbl over Deer Creek Road | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,838 | 1967 |
| I-25 Nbl over Boxelder Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,762 | 1958 |
| I-25 Sbl over Golf Course Road | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,416 | 1967 |
| I-25 Nbl over Bnsf / Irvine Road | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,563 | 1971 |
| I-25 Sbl over Machinery Pass | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,379 | 1971 |
| Wyo 59 over Mikes Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,823 | 1980 |
| US 18 over Lost Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,117 | 1964 |
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.