Clinton County Bridge Report Card
Clinton County scores 62 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Clinton County, New York
Clinton County has 201 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 25 rated poor and 8 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 12.4% is above the 9.9% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 32,823 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Clinton County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 62/100 (D). The county has 201 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 25 in poor condition and 8 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 32,823 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 | 12.4% | 24.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 7.1% of measured traffic | 5.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 4.0% | 8.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 460,555 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 | 12.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 9.9% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 4.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 32,823 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Clinton County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Road 33 over Salmon River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 628 | 1959 |
| Stetson Road over Corbeau Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 391 | 1967 |
| Brandy Brook Road over N Br Grt Chazy Rv | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 310 | 1938 |
| Ryan Road over Marble River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 201 | 1950 |
| Matott Road over Corbeau Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 55 | 1988 |
| Terrien Road over Great Chazy River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 18 | 1978 |
| Barrow Road over English River | Poor condition | Poor | 0 | 1975 |
| Military Turnpike over Saranac River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,926 | 1992 |
| RTE 374 over Mead Brook | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,690 | 1970 |
| Military Turnpike over Salmon River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,291 | 1929 |
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.