Geauga County Bridge Report Card
Geauga County scores 83 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Geauga County, Ohio
Geauga County has 138 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 8 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.8% is above the 4.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 40,970 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Geauga County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 83/100 (B). The county has 138 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 8 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 40,970 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 | 5.8% | 11.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 7.1% of measured traffic | 5.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 39 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 580,356 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 | 5.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 39 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 40,970 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Geauga County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usr 322 over Beaver Crk 1.77 Mi. W 44 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 9,238 | 1961 |
| SR 87 over W Br Cuy Riv 0.78 M E 44 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 8,061 | 1956 |
| SR 87 over Hopsons Crk .96 M W 168 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 8,061 | 1956 |
| SR 87 over Silver Crk 0.45 Mi E 306 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,283 | 1950 |
| Pettibone RD over Aurora Br Chagrin River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,504 | 1930 |
| Usr 322 over Phelps Crk 1.59 Mi E 528 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,445 | 1955 |
| Westwoods Park RD over Tributary To Silver Cree | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1999 |
| Riverview DR over Spring Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 178 | 1957 |
| Chagrin River Road over Usr 422 Alt (0026) | High traffic | Fair | 33,720 | 1989 |
| Haskins Road over Usr 422 Alt (0361) | High traffic | Good | 20,040 | 1990 |
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.