Posey County Bridge Report Card
Posey County scores 84 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Posey County, Indiana
Posey County has 207 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 12 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.8% is above the 5.3% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 15,677 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Posey County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 84/100 (B). The county has 207 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 12 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 15,677 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 | 5.8% | 11.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 4.0% of measured traffic | 3.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.5% | 1.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 43 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 387,600 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 | 5.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.3% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.5% |
| Average Bridge Age | 43 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 15,677 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Posey County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 66 Ill SR 14 over Wabash River & Service R | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,065 | 1930 |
| I-64 EB over Tr-422 & Wabash Rv | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,300 | 1967 |
| I-64 WB over Tr-422 & Wabash Rv | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,300 | 1967 |
| Mulberry ST over Csx Railroad | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 628 | 1960 |
| Wilsey RD over Black River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 281 | 1918 |
| Griffin RD over Black River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 263 | 1892 |
| Wilson Switch RD over Caney Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 263 | 1971 |
| Gun Club RD over Mcfadden Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 149 | 1976 |
| Eastville RD over Black River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 139 | 1899 |
| Raben RD over Big Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 139 | 1905 |
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.