Montgomery County Bridge Report Card
Montgomery County scores 94 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Montgomery County, Ohio
Montgomery County has 633 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 18 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 94,746 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Montgomery County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 94/100 (A). The county has 633 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 18 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 94,746 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% | 5.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.9% of measured traffic | 0.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 45 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 10,828,153 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 | 45 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 94,746 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Montgomery County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodman M0074 over Lilly Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 27,017 | 1961 |
| Shoup Mill Rd. over Storm Sewer | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 26,981 | 1968 |
| Alex Bell C0078 over Drainage Ditch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 17,158 | 1968 |
| Wenger Road M020b over Moss Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 11,575 | 1988 |
| Diamond Mill C217 over Bear Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,651 | 1957 |
| Stop Eight Rd-t108 over I75 Poe Avenue | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,438 | 1971 |
| Elbee Road over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,096 | 1930 |
| Autumn Leaf Drive over Dry Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,000 | 1934 |
| Preble Co Line C23 over Twin Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 979 | 1962 |
| Germantown Middle over Shawnee Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 791 | 1982 |
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.