Armstrong County Bridge Report Card
Armstrong County scores 65 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Armstrong County, Pennsylvania
Armstrong County has 259 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 18 rated poor and 36 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 6.9% is at or below the 12.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 7,775 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Armstrong County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 65/100 (D). The county has 259 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 18 in poor condition and 36 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 7,775 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 | 6.9% | 13.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.0% of measured traffic | 0.8 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 13.9% | 20.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 765,852 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 | 6.9% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 12.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 13.9% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 7,775 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Armstrong County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr0128 over Trib To Pine Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,103 | 1921 |
| Sr1036 over Cowanshannock Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,065 | 1962 |
| Sr4010 over Trib To Buffalo Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 785 | 1925 |
| Sr0156 over Long Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 643 | 1957 |
| Sr2005 over Cherry Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 218 | 1938 |
| T-860 Beagle Club over Huling Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 120 | 1952 |
| Sr4009 over Hart Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 956 | 1953 |
| Sr0156 over Norfolk Southern Rr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 643 | 1949 |
| Sr2027 over Crooked Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 582 | 1940 |
| T-689 Peterman Hil over Miller Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 400 | 1966 |
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.