Crawford County Bridge Report Card
Crawford County scores 54 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Crawford County, Indiana
Crawford County has 123 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 21 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 17.1% is above the 5.3% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,865 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Crawford County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 54/100 (F). The county has 123 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 21 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,865 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 | 17.1% | 34.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.9% of measured traffic | 1.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.4% | 4.9 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 60 years vs 48 nationally | 5.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 200,597 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 | 17.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.3% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.4% |
| Average Bridge Age | 60 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 3,865 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Crawford County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baker Road over Stinking Fork | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2 | 1938 |
| Dry Run Road over Dry Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 411 | 1905 |
| Washington Street over Brandywine Fork | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 411 | 1928 |
| Beasley Road over Camp Fork Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 411 | 1950 |
| Otter Creek Road over Branch Of Otter Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 400 | 1930 |
| Archibald Falls RD over Little Blue River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 271 | 1892 |
| Alton Fredonia RD over Little Blue River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 271 | 1900 |
| Magnolia Road over Jaby Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1933 |
| Alstott Road over Highfill Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1935 |
| Mifflin West Fork over Reasor Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1940 |
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.