Christian County Bridge Report Card
Christian County scores 92 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Christian County, Kentucky
Christian County has 299 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 9 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.0% is at or below the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 15,366 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Christian County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 92/100 (A). The county has 299 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 9 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 15,366 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 | 3.0% | 6.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.9% of measured traffic | 1.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.3% | 0.7 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 44 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 804,611 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 | 3.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.3% |
| Average Bridge Age | 44 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 15,366 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Christian County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Us-68 over Little River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 9,241 | 1936 |
| Ky-272 over Unnamed Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,347 | 1935 |
| Ky-107 over Donaldson Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,158 | 1932 |
| Ky-107 over Donaldson Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,158 | 1932 |
| Ky-164 over Unnamed Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 906 | 1935 |
| Ky-109 over Mcknights Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 655 | 1932 |
| Ky-117 over Little River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 522 | 1963 |
| Ky-1453 over Montgomery Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 344 | 1960 |
| Pennyrile Forest S over Clifty Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1945 |
| Angels Road over Noahs Spring Branch | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 300 | 2005 |
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.