Logan County Bridge Report Card
Logan County scores 53 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Logan County, North Dakota
Logan County has 13 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 15.4% is above the 11.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 29 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Logan County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 53/100 (F). The county has 13 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 29 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 | 15.4% | 30.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.7% of measured traffic | 1.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 7.7% | 15.4 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 48 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,691 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 | 15.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 11.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 7.7% |
| Average Bridge Age | 48 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 29 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Logan County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77th ST SE over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 24 | 1939 |
| 30th AVE SE over Beaver Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5 | 1940 |
| 71st ST SE over Beaver Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 115 | 1961 |
| Nd Highway 3 over Mckenna Coulee | High traffic | Good | 700 | 1983 |
| Nd Highway 3 over Beaver Creek | High traffic | Good | 540 | 2024 |
| 37th AVE SE over Creek | High traffic | Fair | 50 | 1948 |
| 71st ST SE over Beaver Creek | High traffic | Good | 48 | 1980 |
| 71st ST SE over Beaver Creek | High traffic | Good | 48 | 1983 |
| 71st ST SE over Beaver Creek | High traffic | Good | 48 | 2018 |
| 26th AVE SE over Beaver Creek | High traffic | Good | 40 | 1996 |
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.