Adams County Bridge Report Card
Adams County scores 72 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Adams County, Pennsylvania
Adams County has 254 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 18 rated poor and 13 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.1% is at or below the 12.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 17,701 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Adams County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 72/100 (C). The county has 254 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 18 in poor condition and 13 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 17,701 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 | 7.1% | 14.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.2% of measured traffic | 1.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 5.1% | 10.2 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 53 years vs 48 nationally | 2.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 788,841 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 | 7.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 12.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 5.1% |
| Average Bridge Age | 53 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 17,701 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Adams County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 3002 over Rock Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 667 | 1940 |
| Country Club Road over Branch Of Beaver Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1925 |
| Ridge Road over Latimore Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 150 | 1945 |
| Pa 34; SR 0034 over Conewago Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,740 | 1920 |
| Pa 116; SR 0116 over Trib To Marsh Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,987 | 1920 |
| Jack Mtn.rd. /3021 over Miney Branch Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,578 | 1937 |
| Pa 394; SR 0394 over Conewago Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,280 | 1935 |
| SR 4008 over Conewago Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,081 | 1957 |
| SR 3002 over Trib Rock Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 667 | 1940 |
| SR 3005 over Trib Marsh Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 620 | 1960 |
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.