Clinton County Bridge Report Card
Clinton County scores 87 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Clinton County, Kentucky
Clinton County has 41 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.9% is at or below the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 343 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Clinton County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 87/100 (B). The county has 41 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 343 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 | 4.9% | 9.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.9% of measured traffic | 0.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 54 years vs 48 nationally | 2.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 39,129 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 | 4.9% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 54 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 343 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Clinton County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ky-1576 over Spring Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 283 | 1969 |
| Duvall RD over Duvall Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 2011 |
| US 127 over Old Burkesville Road | High traffic | Good | 5,473 | 2013 |
| Ky-90 over Hayes Creek | High traffic | Fair | 5,205 | 1975 |
| Us-127 over Spring Creek | High traffic | Fair | 4,154 | 1928 |
| US 127 over Spring Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,130 | 2013 |
| US 127 over Clear Fork Creek | High traffic | Good | 3,072 | 2013 |
| US 127 over Churntop Branch Creek | High traffic | Fair | 3,072 | 2013 |
| US 127 X over US 127 | High traffic | Good | 1,645 | 2013 |
| Ky-738 over Clear Fork | High traffic | Good | 1,592 | 1935 |
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.