Leslie County Bridge Report Card
Leslie County scores 72 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Leslie County, Kentucky
Leslie County has 112 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 13 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 11.6% is above the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,658 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Leslie County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 72/100 (C). The county has 112 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 13 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,658 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 | 11.6% | 23.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 6.2% of measured traffic | 4.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 45 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 91,000 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 | 11.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 45 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 5,658 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Leslie County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Us-421 over Muncy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,823 | 1937 |
| Us-421 over Henrys Fork | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 668 | 1933 |
| Ky-2057 over Cutshin Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 562 | 1977 |
| Dryhill Bridge over Middle Fk Kentucky Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 338 | 1965 |
| Turkey Foot RD over Hals Fork | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 298 | 1940 |
| Army Trail RD over Middle Fk Kentucky Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 235 | 1940 |
| Cr-1331 over Laurel Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 165 | 1977 |
| Ky-1780 over Mid-fk Ky Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 153 | 1968 |
| Ky-2058 over Beech Fork Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 134 | 1967 |
| Redwiliamnapierrd over Cutshin Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 110 | 1975 |
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.