Johnson County Bridge Report Card
Johnson County scores 95 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Johnson County, Illinois
Johnson County has 118 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 3 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.5% is at or below the 9.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 454 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Johnson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 95/100 (A). The county has 118 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 3 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 454 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 | 2.5% | 5.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 274,804 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 | 2.5% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 9.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 454 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Johnson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tr 111 over Dutchman Cr. Trib. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 225 | 1978 |
| Sbi 146 over Dutchman Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1930 |
| Fr 870 over Wagon Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 29 | 1967 |
| I 24 over Dry Fork Creek | High traffic | Fair | 20,700 | 1976 |
| I 24 over Mccorkle Creek | High traffic | Good | 20,500 | 1971 |
| I 24 EB over Tr 42 & L Saline R | High traffic | Fair | 10,350 | 1972 |
| I 24 WB over Tr 42 & L Saline R | High traffic | Fair | 10,350 | 1972 |
| I 24 EB over Tr 77 Bowman Bottoms | High traffic | Fair | 10,300 | 1971 |
| I 24 WB over Tr 77 Bowman Bottoms | High traffic | Fair | 10,300 | 1971 |
| I 24 WB over US 45 | High traffic | Fair | 10,300 | 1971 |
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.