Tillamook County Bridge Report Card
Tillamook County scores 62 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Tillamook County, Oregon
Tillamook County has 228 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 15 rated poor and 28 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 6.6% is above the 5.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 32,373 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Tillamook County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 62/100 (D). The county has 228 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 15 in poor condition and 28 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 32,373 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 | 6.6% | 13.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 6.1% of measured traffic | 4.6 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 12.3% | 20.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 532,651 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 | 6.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 12.3% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 32,373 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Tillamook County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Us101 (hwy 9) over Kilchis R. & Possetti RD | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 13,357 | 1952 |
| Or 6 (hwy 37) over Wilson River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,092 | 1939 |
| Or 22 (hwy 32) over Louie Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,724 | 1962 |
| HWY 130 over Panther Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 717 | 1957 |
| Foss Road over Cronin Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 92 | 1984 |
| Blum Lane over Dougherty Slough | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15 | 1989 |
| HWY 131 over Trask River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,192 | 1948 |
| HWY 131 over Tillamook River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,701 | 1962 |
| HWY 130 over Little Nestucca River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 576 | 1934 |
| HWY 130 over Little Nestucca River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 576 | 1952 |
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.