Menard County Bridge Report Card
Menard County scores 75 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Menard County, Illinois
Menard County has 89 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 10 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 11.2% is above the 9.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,250 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Menard County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 75/100 (C). The county has 89 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 10 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,250 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 | 11.2% | 22.5 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 3.9% of measured traffic | 2.9 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 46 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 57,575 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 | 11.2% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 9.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 46 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,250 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Menard County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ill 97 over Sangamon R Overflow | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,750 | 1938 |
| Fas 1571 over Salt Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1978 |
| Tr 11 over Grove Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 75 | 1900 |
| Tr 164 over Grove CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 75 | 1939 |
| Tr 59 over Cabiness Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1900 |
| Tr 22 over Tar Ck | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1900 |
| Fas 1571 over Pike Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1957 |
| Tr 37 over Concord Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1977 |
| Tr 75 over Grove CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 1900 |
| Tr 14 over Drainage Ditch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 1978 |
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.