Warren County Bridge Report Card
Warren County scores 65 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Warren County, Indiana
Warren County has 135 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 10 rated poor and 11 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.4% is above the 5.3% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,040 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Warren County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 65/100 (D). The county has 135 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 10 in poor condition and 11 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,040 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 | 7.4% | 14.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.6% of measured traffic | 1.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 8.1% | 16.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 56 years vs 48 nationally | 3.1 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 128,156 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 | 7.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.3% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 8.1% |
| Average Bridge Age | 56 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,040 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Warren County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 26 over Mud Pine Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 950 | 1933 |
| CR 300n over Jordan Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 300 | 1953 |
| CR 300n over Little Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 290 | 1957 |
| Winthrop RD over Branch Of Kickapoo Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 150 | 1920 |
| CR 475n over Branch Big Pine Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 70 | 1911 |
| CR 450e over Big Pine Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1896 |
| CR 250n over W Branch Kickapoo CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1915 |
| CR 850n over Br Mud Pine Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1915 |
| CR 850n over Jordan Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1966 |
| Hunter Hill RD over Branch Of Big Pine Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1960 |
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.