Warren County Bridge Report Card
Warren County scores 89 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Warren County, Kentucky
Warren County has 106 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 4 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.8% is at or below the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 11,912 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Warren County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 89/100 (B). The county has 106 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 4 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 11,912 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 | 3.8% | 7.5 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.4% of measured traffic | 1.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.9% | 1.9 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 41 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 829,820 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 | 3.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.9% |
| Average Bridge Age | 41 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 11,912 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Warren County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greencastle RD over Taylor Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 66 | 1968 |
| Ky 3145 over Commonwealth Blvd. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 9,399 | 2016 |
| Us-231 over Br Salt Lick Crk | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,399 | 1928 |
| Ky-263 over Claylick Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 48 | 1974 |
| I-65 over Barren River | High traffic | Fair | 68,824 | 2002 |
| I-65 over Ky 1402 | High traffic | Fair | 68,824 | 2003 |
| I-65 over Ky 446 | High traffic | Fair | 66,508 | 2002 |
| I-65 over US 68 | High traffic | Fair | 57,096 | 2002 |
| I-65-10 Nc over Carl Jordan Road | High traffic | Fair | 32,054 | 2002 |
| I-65 over Carl Jordan Road | High traffic | Fair | 32,054 | 2002 |
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.