Chariton County Bridge Report Card
Chariton County scores 72 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Chariton County, Missouri
Chariton County has 288 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 26 rated poor and 9 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 9.0% is above the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,424 daily vehicle crossings.
Quote-Ready Local Facts
Copyable Facts for Reporters
BridgeLookup.com gives Chariton County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 72/100 (C). The county has 288 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 26 in poor condition and 9 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,424 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 | 9.0% | 18.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 4.7% of measured traffic | 3.6 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 3.1% | 6.2 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 49 years vs 48 nationally | 0.3 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 51,149 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 | 9.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 3.1% |
| Average Bridge Age | 49 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,424 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Chariton County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RT O E over Jones Br | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 180 | 1956 |
| Stutsman RD over Turkey CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1950 |
| Downy AVE over Unnamed Str | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1970 |
| Colley RD over Unnamed Str | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15 | 1920 |
| Prairie Valley AVE over Unnamed Str | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15 | 1940 |
| Grand River RD over Salt & Brush CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15 | 1982 |
| Coleman AVE over Unnamed Str | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 1940 |
| RT Pp E over Chariton Rvr Ovrfl | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 402 | 1959 |
| RT Pp E over Mid Fk Chariton Rv | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 402 | 1959 |
| RT C E over Hickory Br | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 327 | 1947 |
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.