Dodge County Bridge Report Card
Dodge County scores 83 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Dodge County, Minnesota
Dodge County has 176 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 14 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 8.0% is above the 4.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,281 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Dodge County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 83/100 (B). The county has 176 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 14 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,281 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 | 8.0% | 15.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.4% of measured traffic | 1.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 42 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 158,243 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 | 8.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 42 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,281 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Dodge County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Csah 9 over Ditch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 739 | 1938 |
| CR A over N Br Mid Fk Zumbro River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 380 | 1978 |
| Csah 5 over Dodge Center Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 355 | 1976 |
| Csah 24 over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 255 | 1930 |
| T 59 over S Br Mid Fk Zumbro River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 155 | 1981 |
| CR M over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 92 | 1951 |
| T 128 over S Fk Zumbro River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 56 | 1977 |
| T 312 over Masten Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 48 | 1988 |
| T 128 over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1908 |
| T 6 over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 37 | 1940 |
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.