US Bridge Condition Rankings

U.S. Virgin Islands ranks #1 out of 54 states with 29.2% of its 24 bridges in poor condition, making it one of the worst in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is significantly above the national average of 7.5%, while its 16.7% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1973) and very low traffic counts reflecting rural character (561 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces significant infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including tropical storms and limited resources contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Iowa ranks #2 out of 54 states with 19.2% of its 23,719 bridges in poor condition, making it one of the worst in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is significantly above the national average of 7.5%, while its 38.8% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1979) and very low traffic counts reflecting rural character (1,470 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces significant infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including extensive rural road network contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

West Virginia ranks #3 out of 54 states with 18.6% of its 7,348 bridges in poor condition, making it one of the worst in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is significantly above the national average of 7.5%, while its 25.2% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1980) and lower traffic volumes typical of rural areas (3,523 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces significant infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including mountainous Appalachian terrain contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

South Dakota ranks #4 out of 54 states with 16.4% of its 5,887 bridges in poor condition, making it one of the worst in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is significantly above the national average of 7.5%, while its 33.8% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1975) and very low traffic counts reflecting rural character (1,371 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces significant infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including rural expanses and harsh winters contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Maine ranks #5 out of 54 states with 15.4% of its 2,518 bridges in poor condition, making it one of the worst in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is significantly above the national average of 7.5%, while its 24.9% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1970) and lower traffic volumes typical of rural areas (4,225 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces significant infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including harsh winters and rural terrain contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Rhode Island ranks #6 out of 54 states with 15.2% of its 783 bridges in poor condition, making it among the bottom ten in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is significantly above the national average of 7.5%, while its 22.9% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1969) and high traffic volumes (20,215 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces significant infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including coastal conditions and aging bridges contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Puerto Rico ranks #7 out of 54 states with 13.9% of its 2,385 bridges in poor condition, making it among the bottom ten in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is significantly above the national average of 7.5%, while its 17.9% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1974) and high traffic volumes (17,475 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces significant infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including tropical storms and coastal conditions contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Guam ranks #8 out of 54 states with 12.8% of its 47 bridges in poor condition, making it among the bottom ten in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is significantly above the national average of 7.5%, while its 42.6% good-condition rate is near the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1979) and high traffic volumes (11,401 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces significant infrastructure challenges.

Pennsylvania ranks #9 out of 54 states with 12.6% of its 23,299 bridges in poor condition, making it among the bottom ten in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is significantly above the national average of 7.5%, while its 34.0% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1970) and moderate traffic levels (6,967 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces significant infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including aging infrastructure and harsh winters contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Louisiana ranks #10 out of 54 states with 11.5% of its 12,698 bridges in poor condition, making it among the bottom ten in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is above the national average of 7.5%, while its 38.7% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1982) and moderate traffic levels (7,991 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces significant infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including swamps, flooding, and hurricanes contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Michigan ranks #11 out of 54 states with 11.3% of its 11,371 bridges in poor condition, making it below average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is above the national average of 7.5%, while its 33.7% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1976) and moderate traffic levels (8,358 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces significant infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including Great Lakes weather and salt use contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

North Dakota ranks #12 out of 54 states with 11.0% of its 4,255 bridges in poor condition, making it below average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is above the national average of 7.5%, while its 42.3% good-condition rate is near the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1975) and very low traffic counts reflecting rural character (963 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces significant infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including extreme cold and rural network contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

New York ranks #13 out of 54 states with 9.4% of its 17,642 bridges in poor condition, making it below average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is above the national average of 7.5%, while its 35.4% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1972) and moderate traffic levels (9,651 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces moderate infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including harsh winters and heavy traffic contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Illinois ranks #14 out of 54 states with 9.3% of its 26,928 bridges in poor condition, making it below average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is above the national average of 7.5%, while its 45.6% good-condition rate is near the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1979) and moderate traffic levels (5,043 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces moderate infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including harsh winters and heavy freight contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Massachusetts ranks #15 out of 54 states with 8.9% of its 5,296 bridges in poor condition, making it below average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is above the national average of 7.5%, while its 25.2% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1961) and high traffic volumes (20,848 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces moderate infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including aging infrastructure and coastal weather contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Missouri ranks #16 out of 54 states with 8.9% of its 24,618 bridges in poor condition, making it below average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is above the national average of 7.5%, while its 37.6% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1979) and lower traffic volumes typical of rural areas (3,730 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces moderate infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including river crossings and weather extremes contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Alaska ranks #17 out of 54 states with 7.9% of its 1,685 bridges in poor condition, making it below average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is above the national average of 7.5%, while its 45.6% good-condition rate is near the 49.5% national benchmark. With bridges of moderate age (avg. built 1989) and very low traffic counts reflecting rural character (1,913 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces moderate infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including extreme cold and permafrost contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Nebraska ranks #18 out of 54 states with 7.9% of its 15,398 bridges in poor condition, making it below average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is above the national average of 7.5%, while its 52.9% good-condition rate exceeds the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1977) and lower traffic volumes typical of rural areas (2,235 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces moderate infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including agricultural crossings contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Oklahoma ranks #19 out of 54 states with 7.7% of its 22,917 bridges in poor condition, making it below average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is above the national average of 7.5%, while its 42.0% good-condition rate is near the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1977) and lower traffic volumes typical of rural areas (3,178 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces moderate infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including tornadoes and weather extremes contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

New Hampshire ranks #20 out of 54 states with 7.5% of its 2,542 bridges in poor condition, making it below average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 51.6% good-condition rate exceeds the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1968) and moderate traffic levels (6,725 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces moderate infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including harsh winters and aging infrastructure contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Kentucky ranks #21 out of 54 states with 7.4% of its 14,548 bridges in poor condition, making it below average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 26.6% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1978) and lower traffic volumes typical of rural areas (4,506 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces moderate infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including Appalachian terrain contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Montana ranks #22 out of 54 states with 6.8% of its 5,224 bridges in poor condition, making it below average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 31.5% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1977) and very low traffic counts reflecting rural character (1,608 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including rural expanses and harsh winters contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

North Carolina ranks #23 out of 54 states with 6.8% of its 19,210 bridges in poor condition, making it below average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 43.8% good-condition rate is near the 49.5% national benchmark. With bridges of moderate age (avg. built 1986) and moderate traffic levels (6,974 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including coastal hurricanes and mountain terrain contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Hawaii ranks #24 out of 54 states with 6.5% of its 1,195 bridges in poor condition, making it below average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 37.2% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1961) and high traffic volumes (22,444 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including tropical climate and salt air contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Wisconsin ranks #25 out of 54 states with 6.5% of its 14,446 bridges in poor condition, making it below average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 51.0% good-condition rate exceeds the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1984) and moderate traffic levels (5,527 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including harsh winters and Great Lakes weather contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Wyoming ranks #26 out of 54 states with 6.5% of its 3,136 bridges in poor condition, making it below average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 30.1% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1976) and lower traffic volumes typical of rural areas (2,418 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including harsh winters and rural expanses contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

South Carolina ranks #27 out of 54 states with 6.2% of its 9,490 bridges in poor condition, making it below average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 38.9% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1977) and moderate traffic levels (5,802 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including coastal hurricanes contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Mississippi ranks #28 out of 54 states with 6.0% of its 16,739 bridges in poor condition, making it above average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 55.1% good-condition rate exceeds the 49.5% national benchmark. With bridges of moderate age (avg. built 1986) and lower traffic volumes typical of rural areas (2,789 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including flooding and humid conditions contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

New Jersey ranks #29 out of 54 states with 6.0% of its 6,827 bridges in poor condition, making it above average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 25.4% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1966) and high traffic volumes (24,695 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including dense urban traffic and aging bridges contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

California ranks #30 out of 54 states with 5.9% of its 25,848 bridges in poor condition, making it above average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 45.6% good-condition rate is near the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1970) and high traffic volumes (26,315 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including seismic activity and wildfires contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Washington ranks #31 out of 54 states with 5.5% of its 8,474 bridges in poor condition, making it above average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 50.1% good-condition rate exceeds the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1975) and moderate traffic levels (8,400 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including seismic risk and wet climate contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Arkansas ranks #32 out of 54 states with 5.4% of its 12,974 bridges in poor condition, making it above average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 45.8% good-condition rate is near the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1980) and lower traffic volumes typical of rural areas (3,931 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including river crossings and flooding contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Kansas ranks #33 out of 54 states with 5.3% of its 24,894 bridges in poor condition, making it above average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 52.5% good-condition rate exceeds the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1972) and very low traffic counts reflecting rural character (1,750 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including agricultural road network contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Indiana ranks #34 out of 54 states with 5.2% of its 19,495 bridges in poor condition, making it above average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 42.2% good-condition rate is near the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1978) and moderate traffic levels (5,190 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including freight corridors and freeze-thaw contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Idaho ranks #35 out of 54 states with 4.9% of its 4,616 bridges in poor condition, making it above average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 29.5% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1979) and lower traffic volumes typical of rural areas (3,194 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including mountainous terrain contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Colorado ranks #36 out of 54 states with 4.8% of its 8,965 bridges in poor condition, making it above average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 35.7% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1982) and moderate traffic levels (9,663 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including high altitude and freeze-thaw cycles contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Connecticut ranks #37 out of 54 states with 4.7% of its 4,365 bridges in poor condition, making it above average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 27.8% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1968) and high traffic volumes (17,590 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including aging infrastructure and coastal weather contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Ohio ranks #38 out of 54 states with 4.7% of its 26,729 bridges in poor condition, making it above average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 61.1% good-condition rate significantly exceeds the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1977) and moderate traffic levels (6,484 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including Great Lakes weather and freight corridors contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Maryland ranks #39 out of 54 states with 4.6% of its 5,484 bridges in poor condition, making it above average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 32.3% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1972) and high traffic volumes (21,243 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including Chesapeake Bay crossings contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Oregon ranks #40 out of 54 states with 4.6% of its 8,305 bridges in poor condition, making it above average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 33.3% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1975) and moderate traffic levels (6,140 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including seismic risk and wet climate contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

New Mexico ranks #41 out of 54 states with 4.5% of its 4,035 bridges in poor condition, making it above average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is near the national average of 7.5%, while its 35.0% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1973) and moderate traffic levels (9,996 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including desert conditions contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Minnesota ranks #42 out of 54 states with 4.4% of its 13,532 bridges in poor condition, making it above average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is well below the national average of 7.5%, while its 56.7% good-condition rate exceeds the 49.5% national benchmark. With bridges of moderate age (avg. built 1986) and lower traffic volumes typical of rural areas (4,197 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including extreme cold and freeze-thaw contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Tennessee ranks #43 out of 54 states with 4.4% of its 20,379 bridges in poor condition, making it above average in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is well below the national average of 7.5%, while its 42.5% good-condition rate is near the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1977) and moderate traffic levels (8,819 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including river crossings contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Alabama ranks #44 out of 54 states with 3.4% of its 16,205 bridges in poor condition, making it among the top ten in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is well below the national average of 7.5%, while its 37.0% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1974) and moderate traffic levels (5,115 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including humid subtropical conditions contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Virginia ranks #45 out of 54 states with 3.4% of its 14,121 bridges in poor condition, making it among the top ten in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is well below the national average of 7.5%, while its 33.0% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1974) and moderate traffic levels (8,968 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including diverse terrain from coast to mountains contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Utah ranks #46 out of 54 states with 2.9% of its 3,125 bridges in poor condition, making it among the top ten in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is well below the national average of 7.5%, while its 22.2% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1984) and high traffic volumes (20,366 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including mountain terrain and rapid growth contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Vermont ranks #47 out of 54 states with 2.9% of its 2,862 bridges in poor condition, making it among the top ten in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is well below the national average of 7.5%, while its 52.1% good-condition rate exceeds the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1964) and lower traffic volumes typical of rural areas (3,450 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including harsh winters and rural terrain contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Florida ranks #48 out of 54 states with 2.8% of its 13,036 bridges in poor condition, making it among the top ten in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is well below the national average of 7.5%, while its 59.6% good-condition rate significantly exceeds the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1983) and high traffic volumes (19,969 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including hurricanes and coastal saltwater contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

District of Columbia ranks #49 out of 54 states with 1.9% of its 257 bridges in poor condition, making it one of the best in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is well below the national average of 7.5%, while its 34.6% good-condition rate falls well below the 49.5% national benchmark. With an aging fleet averaging over 50 years old (avg. built 1961) and high traffic volumes (32,519 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including heavy urban traffic contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Georgia ranks #50 out of 54 states with 1.6% of its 15,069 bridges in poor condition, making it one of the best in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is well below the national average of 7.5%, while its 74.8% good-condition rate significantly exceeds the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1977) and moderate traffic levels (9,922 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including humid conditions and rapid growth contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Delaware ranks #51 out of 54 states with 1.3% of its 872 bridges in poor condition, making it one of the best in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is well below the national average of 7.5%, while its 40.5% good-condition rate is near the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1977) and high traffic volumes (13,593 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including coastal conditions contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Arizona ranks #52 out of 54 states with 1.2% of its 8,573 bridges in poor condition, making it one of the best in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is well below the national average of 7.5%, while its 63.5% good-condition rate significantly exceeds the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1977) and high traffic volumes (13,581 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including extreme desert heat contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Texas ranks #53 out of 54 states with 1.2% of its 56,729 bridges in poor condition, making it one of the best in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is well below the national average of 7.5%, while its 51.3% good-condition rate exceeds the 49.5% national benchmark. With infrastructure averaging around 40 years old (avg. built 1980) and high traffic volumes (10,864 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including extreme heat and rapid growth contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.

Nevada ranks #54 out of 54 states with 1.1% of its 2,099 bridges in poor condition, making it one of the best in the nation. The state's poor bridge rate is well below the national average of 7.5%, while its 58.3% good-condition rate exceeds the 49.5% national benchmark. With bridges of moderate age (avg. built 1988) and high traffic volumes (18,818 avg. daily vehicles), the state faces manageable infrastructure challenges. Regional factors including desert heat and rapid growth contribute to the state's bridge maintenance needs.