Ashtabula County Bridge Report Card
Ashtabula County scores 89 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Ashtabula County, Ohio
Ashtabula County has 304 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 10 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.3% is at or below the 4.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,137 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Ashtabula County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 89/100 (B). The county has 304 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 10 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,137 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 | 3.3% | 6.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.6% of measured traffic | 0.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 58 years vs 48 nationally | 4.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 677,518 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 | 3.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 58 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 4,137 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Ashtabula County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 193 over Br Pymatuning Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 995 | 1961 |
| SR 84 over Ashtabula Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 789 | 1955 |
| Old Main Road over Conneaut Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 600 | 1909 |
| Windsor Road over Rock Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 517 | 1950 |
| South Ridge Road over Conneaut Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 403 | 1983 |
| Windsor Mech. Road over Trumbull Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 315 | 1950 |
| Reger Road over Ashtabula Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 209 | 1900 |
| Green Hill Road over Ashtabula River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 209 | 1920 |
| Middle Road over Conneaut Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1868 |
| Horton Road over Conneaut Creek | Poor condition | Poor | 0 | 1900 |
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.