Caledonia County Bridge Report Card
Caledonia County scores 62 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Caledonia County, Vermont
Caledonia County has 248 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 15 rated poor and 26 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 6.0% is above the 4.0% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,725 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Caledonia County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 62/100 (D). The county has 248 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 15 in poor condition and 26 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,725 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 | 6.0% | 12.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.7% of measured traffic | 0.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 10.5% | 20.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 61 years vs 48 nationally | 5.3 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 725,236 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 | 6.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.0% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 10.5% |
| Average Bridge Age | 61 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 4,725 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Caledonia County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C2005 over Lamoille River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 750 | 1924 |
| C2002 over Hawkins Brook | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 650 | 1928 |
| C3005 over Stannard Brook | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 350 | 1929 |
| C3045 over Calendar Brook | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 150 | 1926 |
| C3099 over Stevens River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 125 | 1919 |
| C3062 over South Peacham Brook | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1974 |
| C3021 over Miller Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5 | 1928 |
| Nh 18 over Connecticut River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,115 | 1934 |
| C2002 over Hawkins Brook | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 700 | 1953 |
| C3058 over So. Wheelock Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 400 | 1881 |
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.