Williams County Bridge Report Card
Williams County scores 89 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Williams County, Ohio
Williams County has 241 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 8 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.3% is at or below the 4.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 20,154 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Williams County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 89/100 (B). The county has 241 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 8 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 20,154 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 | 3.3% | 6.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 3.4% of measured traffic | 2.6 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 51 years vs 48 nationally | 1.4 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 591,068 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 | 3.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 51 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 20,154 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Williams County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eberly Home RD over I80 Ohio Tpk | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 16,000 | 1954 |
| CR 304 (12/c) over Stombaugh Ditch #510 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,648 | 1935 |
| CR 2 (25) over Brush Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 453 | 1987 |
| Tr 192 (17) over Ditch #40 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 324 | 1966 |
| Tr 141 (17.75) over Beaver Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 324 | 1997 |
| Tr 48 (m) over Ditch #447 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 233 | 1960 |
| CR 110 (o) over Mill Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 102 | 1982 |
| CR 230 (5/i) over Bear Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 70 | 1920 |
| CR 2 Fish Creek RD over Ir 80 Ohio Tpk | High traffic | Fair | 16,000 | 1954 |
| Malcolm Church RD over I80 Ohio Tpk | High traffic | Fair | 16,000 | 1954 |
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.