York County Bridge Report Card
York County scores 63 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
York County, South Carolina
York County has 288 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 22 rated poor and 72 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.6% is above the 6.3% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 50,700 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives York County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 63/100 (D). The county has 288 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 22 in poor condition and 72 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 50,700 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 | 7.6% | 15.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.2% of measured traffic | 1.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 25.0% | 20.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 42 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 2,263,398 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 | 7.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 6.3% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 25.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 42 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 50,700 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in York County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-46-1086 over Beaverdam Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,650 | 1960 |
| S-46-103 over Tools Fork Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 650 | 1968 |
| S-46-832 over Br. Catawba River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 500 | 1966 |
| S-46-1104 over Crowders Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 450 | 1972 |
| S-46-560 over Stony Fork Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 375 | 1970 |
| S-46-59 over Little Turkey Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 375 | 1981 |
| S-46-235 over Fork Big Allison Ck | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 350 | 1960 |
| S-46-1257 over Turkey Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 325 | 1975 |
| S-46-1474 over Morris Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 300 | 1973 |
| S-46-889 over Gin Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 225 | 1968 |
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.