Ripley County Bridge Report Card
Ripley County scores 78 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Ripley County, Missouri
Ripley County has 117 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 7 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 6.0% is at or below the 8.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,653 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Ripley County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 78/100 (C). The county has 117 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 7 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,653 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 | 6.0% | 12.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 4.8% of measured traffic | 3.6 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.9% | 1.7 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 60 years vs 48 nationally | 4.7 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 76,813 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 | 6.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 8.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.9% |
| Average Bridge Age | 60 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 3,653 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Ripley County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mo 142 E over Harris CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,033 | 1933 |
| Mo 142 E over Logan CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,046 | 1933 |
| Mo 142 E over Dtch No 2 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,042 | 1949 |
| RT W S over Dtch No 3 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 254 | 1954 |
| RT Kk E over Lit Black Rvr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 193 | 1959 |
| A-3 over Hurricane CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1930 |
| 142e-46 over Dtch No 3 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 2014 |
| US 160 E over Dry CR | High traffic | Fair | 5,793 | 1974 |
| US 160 E over Logan CR | High traffic | Fair | 5,793 | 1974 |
| US 160 E over Current Rvr | High traffic | Fair | 5,374 | 1989 |
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.