Jackson County Bridge Report Card
Jackson County scores 75 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Jackson County, Ohio
Jackson County has 254 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 24 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 9.4% is above the 4.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 28,074 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Jackson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 75/100 (C). The county has 254 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 24 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 28,074 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 | 9.4% | 18.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 4.1% of measured traffic | 3.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 54 years vs 48 nationally | 2.5 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 678,903 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 | 9.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 54 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 28,074 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Jackson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 32 over Over Usr 35 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15,398 | 1970 |
| Beaver Pike over Little Scioto Riv | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,341 | 1935 |
| Burlington Road over Mcdowells Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,108 | 1935 |
| Pattonsville RD over Dickason Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,183 | 1986 |
| SR 788 over Sugar Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,052 | 1985 |
| C. H. & D. over Symmes Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 913 | 1941 |
| Logan Street over Horse Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 478 | 1935 |
| Ramey Drive over Buckeye Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 451 | 1900 |
| Ramey DR over Buckeye Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 451 | 1960 |
| Ramey DR over Buckeye Ck | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 451 | 1960 |
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.