Franklin County Bridge Report Card
Franklin County scores 74 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Franklin County, Vermont
Franklin County has 149 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 6 rated poor and 9 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.0% is above the 4.0% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,960 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Franklin County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 74/100 (C). The county has 149 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 6 in poor condition and 9 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,960 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 | 4.0% | 8.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.4% of measured traffic | 0.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 6.0% | 12.1 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 62 years vs 48 nationally | 5.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 486,593 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 | 4.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.0% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 6.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 62 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,960 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Franklin County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C3022 over Black Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1903 |
| C3042 over Tyler Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 70 | 1911 |
| C3029 over Black Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1919 |
| C2002 over Missisquoi River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 700 | 1929 |
| C2001 over Missisquoi River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 590 | 1928 |
| C2003 over Missisquoi River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 450 | 1928 |
| Vt 00108 Ml over The Branch | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,900 | 1952 |
| Vt 00108 Ml over Brook And Cattle Pass | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,400 | 1952 |
| Vt 00108 Ml over The Branch | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,300 | 1952 |
| Vt 00105 Ml over Stanhope Brook | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,000 | 1930 |
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.