Woodford County Bridge Report Card
Woodford County scores 75 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Woodford County, Kentucky
Woodford County has 60 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 7 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 11.7% is above the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,511 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Woodford County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 75/100 (C). The county has 60 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 7 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,511 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 | 11.7% | 23.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.8% of measured traffic | 1.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 49 years vs 48 nationally | 0.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 300,648 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 | 11.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 49 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 5,511 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Woodford County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ky-1681 over South Elkhorn Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,188 | 1949 |
| Ky-1685 over South Elkhorn Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,228 | 1972 |
| Paynes Depot RD over S Elkhorn CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,050 | 1987 |
| Ky-1659 over Camden Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 354 | 1970 |
| Ky-1685 over Glens Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 322 | 1956 |
| Ky-1965 over Tanners Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 202 | 1970 |
| Ky-1685 over Br Of Beals Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 167 | 1967 |
| I-64 over Beals Run | High traffic | Good | 38,908 | 1970 |
| I-64 over Lee Branch | High traffic | Fair | 38,908 | 1970 |
| Bg PKWY - 9002 over US 60 | High traffic | Fair | 24,725 | 1965 |
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.