Greenup County Bridge Report Card
Greenup County scores 96 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Greenup County, Kentucky
Greenup County has 162 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 3 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.9% is at or below the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,122 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Greenup County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 96/100 (A). The county has 162 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 3 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,122 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 | 1.9% | 3.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.6% of measured traffic | 0.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 33 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 191,572 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 | 1.9% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 33 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,122 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Greenup County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ky-784 over Wingo Fk Of Schultz Cree | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 443 | 1972 |
| Ky-784 over Dry Fk Of Schultz Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 443 | 1972 |
| Ky-2070 over White Oak Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 236 | 1988 |
| Diederick Street over White Oak Creek | High traffic | Fair | 14,963 | 1996 |
| Diederick Street over White Oak Creek | High traffic | Fair | 14,963 | 1996 |
| Us-23 over Little Sandy River | High traffic | Fair | 12,784 | 1952 |
| Us-23 over Pond Run Creek | High traffic | Good | 11,135 | 1974 |
| Ky-10 over C&o Rr & Coal Branch | High traffic | Fair | 9,240 | 1985 |
| Ky-10 over Greenup Dam Locks-ohio R | High traffic | Fair | 9,240 | 1986 |
| Us-23 over Tygarts Creek | High traffic | Fair | 8,915 | 1973 |
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.