Rich County Bridge Report Card
Rich County scores 50 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Rich County, Utah
Rich County has 20 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 4 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 20.0% is above the 3.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 166 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Rich County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 50/100 (F). The county has 20 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 4 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 166 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 | 20.0% | 40.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.5% of measured traffic | 1.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 71 years vs 48 nationally | 9.2 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 10,869 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 | 20.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 71 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 166 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Rich County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Road over Bear River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 63 | 1947 |
| County Road over Saleratus Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 51 | 1935 |
| County Road over Woodruff-randolph Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 26 | 1952 |
| County Road over Woodruff-randolph Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 26 | 1981 |
| Sr-16 over Woodruff-randolph Canal | High traffic | Fair | 2,170 | 1935 |
| Sr-16 over Big Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,395 | 1934 |
| Sr-16 over Woodruff-randolph Canal | High traffic | Fair | 1,395 | 1934 |
| Sr-16 over Woodruff-randolph Canal | High traffic | Fair | 1,395 | 1934 |
| Sr-16 over Genes Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,385 | 1935 |
| Sr-16 over Salaratus Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,175 | 1957 |
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.