Lawrence County Bridge Report Card
Lawrence County scores 67 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania
Lawrence County has 266 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 30 rated poor and 9 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 11.3% is at or below the 12.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 40,112 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Lawrence County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 67/100 (D). The county has 266 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 30 in poor condition and 9 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 40,112 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 | 11.3% | 22.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 4.4% of measured traffic | 3.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 3.4% | 6.8 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 905,194 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 | 11.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 12.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 3.4% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 40,112 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Lawrence County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Access RD over Big Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 500 | 1974 |
| Graceland RD over Neshannock West Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 150 | 1940 |
| Mud Bridge RD over L Beaver Crk North Fork | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1930 |
| Canal ST over Snake Run To Beaver Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 82 | 1950 |
| Old Route 18 RT over Mahoning River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1932 |
| Paden RD over Hickory Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1940 |
| East Washington ST over Neshannock Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 18,779 | 1909 |
| West Washington ST over Ncir / Iss Railroad | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,349 | 1924 |
| Eastbrook RD over Hottenbaugh Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,416 | 1930 |
| Covert RD over SR 0376 EB WB | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,591 | 1972 |
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.