Morrow County Bridge Report Card
Morrow County scores 77 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Morrow County, Ohio
Morrow County has 250 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 26 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 10.4% is above the 4.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 19,124 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Morrow County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 77/100 (C). The county has 250 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 26 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 19,124 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 | 10.4% | 20.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 3.2% of measured traffic | 2.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 48 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 597,820 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 | 10.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 48 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 19,124 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Morrow County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 95 over Whetstone Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,071 | 1983 |
| SR 529 over Big Run Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,540 | 1957 |
| SR 288 over Flat Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,532 | 1940 |
| S.r. 19 over Whetstone Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,246 | 1959 |
| S.r. 19 over Snyder Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,246 | 1959 |
| Cr156 over Closed | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 600 | 1930 |
| Cr23 over Big Walnut Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 402 | 1981 |
| Cr15 over Alum Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 293 | 1986 |
| Cr30 over Flat Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 280 | 1988 |
| Tr221 over Alum Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 267 | 1906 |
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.