Holmes County Bridge Report Card
Holmes County scores 84 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Holmes County, Ohio
Holmes County has 208 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 8 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.8% is at or below the 4.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 28,738 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Holmes County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 84/100 (B). The county has 208 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 8 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 28,738 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 | 3.8% | 7.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 11.0% of measured traffic | 8.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 261,091 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 | 3.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 28,738 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Holmes County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 39 over Holmes Cty Trail | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 9,171 | 1940 |
| SR 39 over Killbuck Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 9,171 | 1950 |
| SR 83 over Martians Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,022 | 1983 |
| County Road 201 over Tributary Martins Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,053 | 2000 |
| Usr 62 over Wolf Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,344 | 1933 |
| County Road 19 over Doughty Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 367 | 1980 |
| C.r. 19 over Doughty Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 367 | 1981 |
| Township Road 356 over Doughty Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 243 | 1940 |
| US 62 & SR 83 over Br Killbuck CR | High traffic | Good | 12,830 | 1987 |
| US 62 & SR 39 over Doughty Creek | High traffic | Good | 9,790 | 1958 |
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.