Crawford County Bridge Report Card
Crawford County scores 86 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Crawford County, Illinois
Crawford County has 198 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 11 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.6% is at or below the 9.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,320 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Crawford County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 86/100 (B). The county has 198 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 11 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,320 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 | 5.6% | 11.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.6% of measured traffic | 1.9 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.5% | 1.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 42 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 129,315 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 | 5.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 9.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.5% |
| Average Bridge Age | 42 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 3,320 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Crawford County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fap 781 (ill-33) over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,000 | 1909 |
| Fas-698 (ch-3) over Little Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 800 | 1959 |
| Fau-8322 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 650 | 1909 |
| Fas-1702 (ch-11) over E Br Brushy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 550 | 1967 |
| Tr-310 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 75 | 1909 |
| Tr-313 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1909 |
| Tr-165 over N Fk Embarras River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1909 |
| Tr-47 over Hutson Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1962 |
| Tr-22 over Willow Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1963 |
| Tr-233 over No Business Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 1909 |
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.