Greene County Bridge Report Card
Greene County scores 78 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Greene County, Indiana
Greene County has 239 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 21 rated poor and 4 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 8.8% is above the 5.3% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,038 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Greene County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 78/100 (C). The county has 239 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 21 in poor condition and 4 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,038 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 | 8.8% | 17.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.9% of measured traffic | 0.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.7% | 3.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 43 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 449,634 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 | 8.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.3% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.7% |
| Average Bridge Age | 43 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 4,038 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Greene County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 43 over Richland Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 643 | 1967 |
| Dove Hill Road over First Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 434 | 1976 |
| Cold Springs Road over Skinner Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 413 | 1950 |
| CR 1000 West over Beehunter Ditch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 360 | 1907 |
| Jl Wilson Road over Ore Br Of Richland Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 320 | 1984 |
| Calvertville Road over Br Of Goose Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 250 | 1964 |
| Newark Road over Dry Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 230 | 1940 |
| Carmichael Road over Indian Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 214 | 1905 |
| Britton Road over Richland Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 158 | 1899 |
| Newark Road over Lick Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 110 | 1935 |
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.