Van Wert County Bridge Report Card
Van Wert County scores 100 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Van Wert County, Ohio
Van Wert County has 318 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 4.7% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Van Wert County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 100/100 (A). The county has 318 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 43 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 395,720 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 | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 43 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Van Wert County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Us127 S Washington over Town Creek # | High traffic | Good | 11,215 | 1996 |
| SR 118 W Main ST over Town Creek # | High traffic | Good | 8,314 | 1999 |
| Usr 127 over Town Creek | High traffic | Fair | 7,187 | 1984 |
| Usr 127 over Long Prairie Creek | High traffic | Fair | 7,118 | 1984 |
| Usr 30 WB over Blue Creek | High traffic | Fair | 6,982 | 1968 |
| Usr 30 EB over Blue Creek | High traffic | Good | 6,982 | 1968 |
| Usr 30 WB over North Creek | High traffic | Good | 6,786 | 1965 |
| Usr 30 EB over North Creek | High traffic | Good | 6,786 | 1965 |
| Usr 30 WB over Monkey Run | High traffic | Good | 6,786 | 1965 |
| Usr 30 EB over Monkey Run | High traffic | Good | 6,786 | 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.