Hamilton County Bridge Report Card
Hamilton County scores 89 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Hamilton County, Ohio
Hamilton County has 782 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 22 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.8% is at or below the 4.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 493,130 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Hamilton County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 89/100 (B). The county has 782 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 22 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 493,130 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 | 2.8% | 5.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.9% of measured traffic | 2.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 55 years vs 48 nationally | 2.9 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 17,123,075 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 | 2.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 55 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 493,130 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Hamilton County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ir 75 over Tributary Mill Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 91,244 | 1960 |
| NB Ir 75 over Mill Cr;benson St;nsrr;s | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 67,075 | 1965 |
| Western Hills Viad over Mill Creek State Sprin | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 43,788 | 1931 |
| Winton Road over Winton Woods Park Drive | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40,186 | 1969 |
| WB Ir 74 over CR 184;trib Taylor Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 36,784 | 1964 |
| WB Ir 275 over CR 299(loveland Rd);iory | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35,701 | 1970 |
| EB Ir 275 over CR 299(loveland Rd);iory | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35,701 | 1970 |
| Glendale Milford over Norfolk Southern Rr-sort | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 24,750 | 1960 |
| US 50 over Nsrr;duckcrk;red Bank RD | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 17,030 | 1962 |
| WB Ir 275 over Norfolk Southern Rr; Us5 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15,977 | 1976 |
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.