Winona County Bridge Report Card
Winona County scores 91 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Winona County, Minnesota
Winona County has 237 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 9 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.8% is at or below the 4.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 6,208 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Winona County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 91/100 (A). The county has 237 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 9 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 6,208 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% | 7.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.2% of measured traffic | 0.9 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.4% | 0.8 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 42 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 537,137 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 | 4.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.4% |
| Average Bridge Age | 42 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 6,208 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Winona County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M 109 over East Burns Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,250 | 1939 |
| Mn 74 over S Fk Whitewater River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,785 | 1941 |
| Csah 26 over Whitewater River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,100 | 1965 |
| Mn 74 over Mid Fk Whitewater River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 807 | 1964 |
| M 332 over Gilmore Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1974 |
| Csah 25 over Rush Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1979 |
| T 131 over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 45 | 1918 |
| T 309 over Trout Run Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1918 |
| T 663 over E Burns Valley Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1 | 1968 |
| Mn 43 over Miss Rvr Rr Streets | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 4,905 | 1941 |
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.