Crook County Bridge Report Card
Crook County scores 87 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Crook County, Oregon
Crook County has 76 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.6% is at or below the 5.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 375 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Crook County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 87/100 (B). The county has 76 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 375 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 | 2.6% | 5.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.3% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 3.9% | 7.9 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 120,973 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 | 2.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 3.9% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 375 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Crook County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson Ck RD over Ochoco Main Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 338 | 1948 |
| County RD 226 over Little Bear Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 37 | 1993 |
| HWY 371 over Powell Butte Canal | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 4,833 | 1954 |
| HWY 380 over S Fk Crooked River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 177 | 1956 |
| HWY 380 over Beaver Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 125 | 1956 |
| US 26 (hwy 041) over Crooked River | High traffic | Good | 17,122 | 2006 |
| US 26 (hwy 041) over Central Oregon Canal | High traffic | Fair | 12,150 | 1940 |
| Main Street over Ochoco Creek | High traffic | Fair | 12,031 | 2004 |
| US 26 (hwy 041) over Ochoco Creek | High traffic | Fair | 11,592 | 2008 |
| HWY 380 over Flood Control Channel | High traffic | Good | 6,946 | 1987 |
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.