Washington County Bridge Report Card
Washington County scores 73 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Washington County, Ohio
Washington County has 306 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 34 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 11.1% is above the 4.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 33,463 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Washington County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 73/100 (C). The county has 306 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 34 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 33,463 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 | 11.1% | 22.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 5.1% of measured traffic | 3.8 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 50 years vs 48 nationally | 1.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 653,280 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 | 11.1% |
| 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 | 33,463 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Washington County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mr-476 Memorial To over Ohio R. Csx Keever St. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 11,215 | 1955 |
| SR 60 over Big Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,724 | 1983 |
| SR 821 over Ir 77 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,567 | 1965 |
| SR 7 over Mill Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,024 | 1961 |
| County Road 9 over Eightmile Ck * Eightmil | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,624 | 1971 |
| Township Road 15 over L Hocking * Tel Hal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,155 | 1977 |
| County Road 60 over Muskingum * Lowell T A | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 932 | 1976 |
| Old S.r. 124 over Little Hocking River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 797 | 1930 |
| County Road 111 over L Hocking * Marti | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 403 | 1963 |
| County Road 4 over Br Rainbow Ck Hendersho | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 331 | 1984 |
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.