Champaign County Bridge Report Card
Champaign County scores 97 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Champaign County, Ohio
Champaign County has 193 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.0% is at or below the 4.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,735 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Champaign County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 97/100 (A). The county has 193 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,735 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 | 1.0% | 2.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.7% of measured traffic | 0.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 45 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 253,229 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 | 1.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 45 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,735 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Champaign County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W. Court Street over Dugan Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,411 | 1916 |
| Gilbert Road over Spain Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 324 | 1937 |
| Usr 68 over Bogles Run | High traffic | Good | 14,750 | 1987 |
| Usr-36 over Dugan Run | High traffic | Good | 9,738 | 1993 |
| Usr 68 over I&o Rr & Bikepath | High traffic | Good | 7,375 | 1999 |
| Usr 68 over I&o Rr & Bikepath | High traffic | Good | 7,375 | 1999 |
| Usr 68 over Moores Run | High traffic | Good | 7,375 | 1999 |
| Usr 68 over Moores Run | High traffic | Good | 7,375 | 1999 |
| Usr 68 over Macochee Ditch | High traffic | Good | 7,097 | 1939 |
| Usr 68 over Kings Creek | High traffic | Good | 7,097 | 1983 |
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.