Marion County Bridge Report Card
Marion County scores 91 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Marion County, Ohio
Marion County has 230 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 9 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.9% is at or below the 4.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,605 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Marion County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 91/100 (A). The county has 230 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 9 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,605 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 | 3.9% | 7.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.1% of measured traffic | 0.8 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 50 years vs 48 nationally | 0.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 531,723 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 | 3.9% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 50 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 5,605 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Marion County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 231 over Over Us-23 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,476 | 1968 |
| SR 203 over Battle Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,410 | 1984 |
| SR 37 over Scioto River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 699 | 1950 |
| SR 746 over Olentangy River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 605 | 1955 |
| County Road 148 over Br Over Riffle Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 504 | 1965 |
| Township Road 160 over Mc Kibben Ditch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 324 | 1965 |
| County Road 026y over Br Over Flat Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 319 | 1981 |
| CR 26 over Over Usr 23-1692 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 210 | 1967 |
| County Road 114i over Br Over Flat Run West | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 58 | 1955 |
| SR 95 over Graves Creek | High traffic | Fair | 23,882 | 1965 |
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.