Stark County Bridge Report Card
Stark County scores 82 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Stark County, Illinois
Stark County has 93 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 5 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.4% is at or below the 9.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,400 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Stark County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 82/100 (B). The county has 93 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 5 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,400 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 | 5.4% | 10.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 6.7% of measured traffic | 5.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.1% | 2.2 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 43 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 35,740 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 | 5.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 9.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.1% |
| Average Bridge Age | 43 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,400 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Stark County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Il 17/91 over Spoon River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,600 | 1924 |
| Fas 1372-ch 13 over Camp Run Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 650 | 1959 |
| Tr 141 over Spoon River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 75 | 1983 |
| Tr 151 over Camp Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1980 |
| Tr 173 over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 1893 |
| Ill 78 over Indian CR | High traffic | Fair | 2,600 | 2017 |
| Ill 78 over Walnut CR Trib | High traffic | Fair | 2,350 | 2002 |
| Ill 78 over Walnut CR Trib | High traffic | Fair | 2,350 | 2002 |
| Ill 78 over Walnut CR Trib | High traffic | Good | 2,350 | 2021 |
| Ill 91 over Camp Run Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,750 | 1984 |
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.