Randolph County Bridge Report Card
Randolph County scores 77 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Randolph County, Indiana
Randolph County has 256 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 20 rated poor and 7 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.8% is above the 5.3% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,812 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Randolph County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 77/100 (C). The county has 256 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 20 in poor condition and 7 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,812 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 | 7.8% | 15.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.8% of measured traffic | 2.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.7% | 5.5 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 208,011 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 | 7.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.3% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.7% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 5,812 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Randolph County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 800n over Branch Of Mississinewa | Poor condition | Poor | 0 | 1930 |
| CR 250n over Little Mississinewa | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,436 | 1960 |
| Orange ST over Salt Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 788 | 1971 |
| Carl ST over Salt Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 757 | 1940 |
| Short ST over Salt Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 599 | 1945 |
| CR 700n over Lows Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 317 | 1987 |
| CR 950s over Mud Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 311 | 1970 |
| CR 500n over Branch Of Bush Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 245 | 1983 |
| CR 300s over Little White River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 207 | 1920 |
| CR 500n over Elkhorn Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 171 | 1910 |
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.