Clermont County Bridge Report Card
Clermont County scores 81 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Clermont County, Ohio
Clermont County has 317 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 24 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.6% is above the 4.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 36,871 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Clermont County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 81/100 (B). The county has 317 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 24 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 36,871 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 | 7.6% | 15.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.6% of measured traffic | 1.9 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 52 years vs 48 nationally | 1.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,438,266 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 | 7.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 52 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 36,871 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Clermont County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr133 over E.fork Little Miami Riv | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 9,074 | 1935 |
| Shayler Road over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,418 | 1900 |
| Roundbottom Road over Hall Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,809 | 1900 |
| US 50 over Pleasant Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,659 | 1991 |
| Sr133 over Tributary Indian Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,497 | 1961 |
| Goshen Road over Obannon Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,517 | 1933 |
| Newtonvil Hutchnsn over Brushy Fork | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,399 | 1950 |
| Fagins Run Road over Twelve Mile Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 983 | 1918 |
| Gibson Road over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 983 | 1920 |
| Hutchinson Road over Obannon Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 951 | 1935 |
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.