Crawford County Bridge Report Card
Crawford County scores 91 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Crawford County, Ohio
Crawford County has 221 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 7 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.2% is at or below the 4.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 15,397 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Crawford County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 91/100 (A). The county has 221 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 7 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 15,397 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 | 3.2% | 6.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 3.8% of measured traffic | 2.9 |
| 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 | 404,269 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 | 3.2% |
| 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 | 15,397 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Crawford County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 30 over Ns R/r | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,325 | 1970 |
| E Church Street over Wash Blmr Pierce Sts & R | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,663 | 1975 |
| N Poplar Street over Sandusky River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,346 | 1976 |
| N. Market Street over Olentangy River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,786 | 1950 |
| Cummings Road over Olentangy River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,295 | 1900 |
| Marion-melmore RD over Sycamore Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 882 | 1930 |
| S Jefferson Street over Olentangy River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1979 |
| New US 30 over Trib.of Olentangy River | High traffic | Good | 13,031 | 2005 |
| SR 598 over Olentangy River | High traffic | Good | 11,919 | 2014 |
| SR 4 over Sandusky River | High traffic | Good | 11,017 | 1950 |
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.