Clark County Bridge Report Card
Clark County scores 73 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Clark County, Kentucky
Clark County has 117 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 14 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 12.0% is above the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 13,449 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Clark County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 73/100 (C). The county has 117 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 14 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 13,449 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 | 12.0% | 23.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.9% of measured traffic | 2.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 49 years vs 48 nationally | 0.4 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 462,791 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 | 12.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 49 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 13,449 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Clark County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Us-60 over I-64 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,197 | 1959 |
| Ky-1927 over Fork Of Boone Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,659 | 1975 |
| Muddy Creek Ky 974 over Csx Railroad | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,522 | 1970 |
| Jackson Street over Unnamed Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 779 | 1955 |
| Ky-418 over Boone Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 690 | 1976 |
| Ky-1923 over Two Mile Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 277 | 1969 |
| Ky-1923 over Two Mile Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 277 | 1972 |
| Van Meter RD over Hancock Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 251 | 1960 |
| Donaldson RD over Donaldson Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 224 | 1984 |
| Red River RD over Csx Railroad | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 183 | 1919 |
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.