Owen County Bridge Report Card
Owen County scores 69 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Owen County, Indiana
Owen County has 150 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 13 rated poor and 9 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 8.7% is above the 5.3% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,278 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Owen County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 69/100 (D). The county has 150 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 13 in poor condition and 9 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,278 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 | 8.7% | 17.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.8% of measured traffic | 1.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 6.0% | 12.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 186,055 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 | 8.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.3% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 6.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 3,278 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Owen County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pottersville RD over Branch Of Mills Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 860 | 1940 |
| White Hill RD over Branch Of Sixmile Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1940 |
| Mcintosh RD over Jack Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 80 | 1935 |
| SR 246 over Br W Fork Fish Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,188 | 1986 |
| Reynolds RD over Br Beach Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 190 | 1930 |
| Rattlesnake RD over Rattlesnake Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 190 | 1965 |
| Lingle RD over Indian Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 140 | 1940 |
| Baysinger RD over Lick Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 130 | 2008 |
| Hoot RD over West Fork Of Fish Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 110 | 1940 |
| Fish Creek RD over E Fork Fish Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 90 | 1972 |
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.