Jackson County Bridge Report Card
Jackson County scores 79 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Jackson County, Kentucky
Jackson County has 55 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 5 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 9.1% is above the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 659 daily vehicle crossings.
Quote-Ready Local Facts
Copyable Facts for Reporters
BridgeLookup.com gives Jackson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 79/100 (C). The county has 55 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 5 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 659 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 | 9.1% | 18.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.5% of measured traffic | 1.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 53 years vs 48 nationally | 2.1 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 45,236 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 | 9.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 53 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 659 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Jackson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ky-2004 over S.fk.station Camp Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 315 | 1975 |
| Ky-3630 over Blackwater Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 188 | 1975 |
| Terrell Creek RD over Baldwin Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1960 |
| Ky-89 over Horse Lick Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 36 | 1954 |
| Pigeon Roost Schoo over Pond Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1950 |
| _us-421 over _pigeon Roost Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,507 | 2017 |
| Us-421 over Indian Creek | High traffic | Fair | 4,470 | 1927 |
| Ky-30 over Moores Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,340 | 2010 |
| Us-421 over Sand Lick Creek | High traffic | Fair | 3,123 | 1928 |
| Ky 30 over Moores Road. | High traffic | Good | 2,771 | 2012 |
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.