Crawford County Bridge Report Card
Crawford County scores 81 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Crawford County, Missouri
Crawford County has 119 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 8 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 6.7% is at or below the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 11,555 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Crawford County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 81/100 (B). The county has 119 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 8 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 11,555 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 | 6.7% | 13.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 3.9% of measured traffic | 3.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 55 years vs 48 nationally | 2.7 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 293,364 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 | 6.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 55 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 11,555 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Crawford County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mo 19 S over Is 44 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10,136 | 1966 |
| Or 44 E over Lit Bourbeuse Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,126 | 1966 |
| RT Hh S over Dry CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 118 | 1961 |
| Spring ST over Yadkin CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1937 |
| 4 Mile RD over Brush CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1948 |
| 4 Mile RD over Pleasant Valley CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1948 |
| High Point RD over Brush CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1949 |
| Smith RD over Three Mile CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1968 |
| Is 44 E over Boone CR | High traffic | Fair | 36,867 | 1951 |
| Is 44 E over Br Lit Bourbeuse R | High traffic | Fair | 35,298 | 1951 |
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.