Stark County Bridge Report Card
Stark County scores 88 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Stark County, Ohio
Stark County has 416 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 20 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.8% is above the 4.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 32,390 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Stark County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 88/100 (B). The county has 416 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 20 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 32,390 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 | 4.8% | 9.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.8% of measured traffic | 0.6 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 52 years vs 48 nationally | 1.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 4,140,786 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 | 4.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 52 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 32,390 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Stark County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pl1236 Easton over Midd Branch Nimishillen | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 8,500 | 1949 |
| Ma3113 State over Midd Branch Nimishillen | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,700 | 1948 |
| Fifteenth St. S.w. over West-br-nimishillen-cree | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,582 | 1946 |
| Belden AVE N.e. over East Br Nimishillen Cree | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,655 | 1984 |
| Ja2348 Island over Lake Cable | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,949 | 1975 |
| Fourth St. S.e. over East Br Nimishillen Cree | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,845 | 1974 |
| Pa1908 Robertsvill over Black Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,100 | 1940 |
| Ca1090 5th over Branch Nimishillen Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 700 | 1976 |
| La2811 Clermont over Newman Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 600 | 1955 |
| La3608 Beaumont over Newman Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 520 | 1955 |
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.