Branch County Bridge Report Card
Branch County scores 36 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Branch County, Michigan
Branch County has 118 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 26 rated poor and 10 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 22.0% is above the 11.0% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 19,996 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Branch County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 36/100 (F). The county has 118 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 26 in poor condition and 10 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 19,996 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 | 22.0% | 40.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 7.5% of measured traffic | 5.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 8.5% | 16.9 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 52 years vs 48 nationally | 1.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 264,948 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 | 22.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 11.0% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 8.5% |
| Average Bridge Age | 52 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 19,996 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Branch County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orland Road over Hog Creek Drain #40 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 830 | 1928 |
| Jonesville Road over South Br Hog Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 610 | 1964 |
| Klink Road over Tekonsha Creek&powers | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1900 |
| North Marshall RD over Cold Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,588 | 1930 |
| Union City Road over Cold Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,681 | 1935 |
| North Marshall RD over Warren Brook Drain 20/31 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,950 | 1930 |
| Fremont Road over County Drain #22 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,950 | 1964 |
| River Road over Coldwater River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 851 | 1957 |
| Girard Road over Coldwater River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 716 | 1971 |
| Warren Road over East Long Lake Channel | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 660 | 1964 |
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.