Allegany County Bridge Report Card
Allegany County scores 74 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Allegany County, New York
Allegany County has 403 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 27 rated poor and 23 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 6.7% is at or below the 9.9% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 7,449 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Allegany County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 74/100 (C). The county has 403 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 27 in poor condition and 23 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 7,449 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 | 1.6% of measured traffic | 1.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 5.7% | 11.4 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 44 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 468,221 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 | 9.9% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 5.7% |
| Average Bridge Age | 44 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 7,449 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Allegany County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Main Street over East Valley Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 946 | 1931 |
| Council House Road over Genesee River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 433 | 1989 |
| Graves Road over Genesee River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 291 | 1975 |
| Pond Road over Wiscoy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 102 | 1987 |
| Paige Road over Karr Valley Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 24 | 1972 |
| Williams Grove Roa over Dyke Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15 | 1974 |
| RTE 248 over Cryder Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,319 | 1981 |
| CR 26 over Genesee River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 964 | 1974 |
| Bull Street over Griffin Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 752 | 1960 |
| County Road 36 over Cold Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 635 | 1956 |
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.