Harrison County Bridge Report Card
Harrison County scores 57 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Harrison County, Iowa
Harrison County has 222 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 41 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 18.5% is at or below the 18.6% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,161 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Harrison County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 57/100 (F). The county has 222 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 41 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,161 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 | 18.5% | 36.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.7% of measured traffic | 0.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.4% | 2.7 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 55 years vs 48 nationally | 2.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 332,227 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 | 18.5% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 18.6% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.4% |
| Average Bridge Age | 55 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,161 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Harrison County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FM Tabor AVE over Small Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 110 | 1956 |
| Parker Trail over Small Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 29 | 1916 |
| FM Easton Trail over Allen Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 335 | 1969 |
| FM Laredo AVE over Allen Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 139 | 1942 |
| L23 Laredo AVE over Steer Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 139 | 1942 |
| 8th Street over Boyer River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 123 | 1900 |
| FM - 335th ST over Mosquito Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 120 | 1920 |
| Loc Canal ST over Willow River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1916 |
| Medford AVE over Willow River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 89 | 1900 |
| Loc 128 Trail over Boyer River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 89 | 1940 |
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.