Todd County Bridge Report Card
Todd County scores 81 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Todd County, Kentucky
Todd County has 79 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 6 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.6% is above the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,371 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Todd County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 81/100 (B). The county has 79 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 6 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,371 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 | 7.6% | 15.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.7% of measured traffic | 1.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 54 years vs 48 nationally | 2.3 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 82,136 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 | 7.6% |
| 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 | 1,371 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Todd County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ky-848 over Spring Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 570 | 1953 |
| Ky-171 over E Fk Pond River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 364 | 1930 |
| Ky-107 over Horse Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 190 | 1933 |
| Sharon Grove RD over Trib. Of Little Cliffy C | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 110 | 1970 |
| Joe Potter RD over Br Of Whippoorwill Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 97 | 1965 |
| Lester Chapel RD over Spring Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1992 |
| Us-68 over Vicks Branch | High traffic | Fair | 5,435 | 1998 |
| Us-79 over Csx Railroad | High traffic | Good | 4,316 | 2023 |
| Us-79 over Spring Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,316 | 2023 |
| Ky-181 over Br Of Elk Fork Creek | High traffic | Fair | 4,087 | 1955 |
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.