Highland County Bridge Report Card
Highland County scores 92 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Highland County, Ohio
Highland County has 245 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 5 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.0% is at or below the 4.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 14,521 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Highland County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 92/100 (A). The county has 245 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 5 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 14,521 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 | 2.0% | 4.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 5.3% of measured traffic | 4.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 40 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 275,675 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 | 2.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 40 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 14,521 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Highland County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 62 over Clear Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,161 | 1934 |
| SR 73 over East Fork Little Miami | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,565 | 1946 |
| Ohio Brush Creek over Ohio Brush Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,424 | 1955 |
| Panhandle RD #8 over Turtlecreek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 343 | 1981 |
| Gibler RD #118 over Dodson Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 28 | 1950 |
| US 62 over Moberly Branch | High traffic | Good | 9,359 | 1993 |
| SR 73 over Moberly Branch | High traffic | Good | 8,583 | 1984 |
| SR 32 over N.fork Of White Oak Cree | High traffic | Good | 7,173 | 1980 |
| SR 32 over N Fork Of White Oak Cree | High traffic | Fair | 7,173 | 1980 |
| SR 28 over Paint Creek & R.r. | High traffic | Good | 6,362 | 1963 |
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.