Randolph County Bridge Report Card
Randolph County scores 87 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Randolph County, Missouri
Randolph County has 163 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 6 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.7% is at or below the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 6,820 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Randolph County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 87/100 (B). The county has 163 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 6 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 6,820 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 | 3.7% | 7.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 4.5% of measured traffic | 3.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.2% | 2.5 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 41 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 153,010 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 | 3.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.2% |
| Average Bridge Age | 41 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 6,820 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Randolph County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 24 E over E Fk Salt Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,123 | 1947 |
| RT C S over US 24 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,488 | 1976 |
| Mo 3 S over Sweet Springs CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,278 | 1931 |
| RT Bb E over Sweet Springs CR B | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 774 | 1960 |
| RT Z E over Dark CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 122 | 1947 |
| County RD 2322 over Elk Fk | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1924 |
| Mo 3 S over Silver CR | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 375 | 1931 |
| Mo 3 S over Muncas CR | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 363 | 1984 |
| US 63 S over Coon CR | High traffic | Fair | 16,199 | 1960 |
| US 63 S over Coon CR | High traffic | Fair | 14,150 | 1960 |
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.