Clarion County Bridge Report Card
Clarion County scores 70 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Clarion County, Pennsylvania
Clarion County has 172 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 12 rated poor and 11 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.0% is at or below the 12.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 10,530 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Clarion County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 70/100 (C). The county has 172 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 12 in poor condition and 11 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 10,530 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 | 7.0% | 14.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.3% of measured traffic | 1.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 6.4% | 12.8 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 51 years vs 48 nationally | 1.2 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 462,295 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 | 7.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 12.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 6.4% |
| Average Bridge Age | 51 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 10,530 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Clarion County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-504 Windmill RD over Town Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1940 |
| SR 0080 WB over SR 4005 & Canoe Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 9,530 | 1966 |
| T-921 Town Run RD over Town Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 350 | 1937 |
| T-865 Camp Coffman over East Sandy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1961 |
| T-327 Shettler RD over Canoe Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1902 |
| T-647 Hagantown RD over Trib To Allegheny River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1920 |
| T-341 Myers Hollow over Cherry Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1950 |
| T-345 Mehrten RD over Beaver Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1950 |
| T-385 Eagle Furnac over Canoe Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1960 |
| T-689 Wildcat Schl over Wildcat Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1963 |
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.