Windsor County Bridge Report Card
Windsor County scores 58 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Windsor County, Vermont
Windsor County has 483 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 26 rated poor and 67 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.4% is above the 4.0% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 147,125 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Windsor County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 58/100 (F). The county has 483 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 26 in poor condition and 67 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 147,125 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 | 5.4% | 10.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 7.8% of measured traffic | 5.8 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 13.9% | 20.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 60 years vs 48 nationally | 5.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,893,796 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 | 5.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.0% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 13.9% |
| Average Bridge Age | 60 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 147,125 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Windsor County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I-89 NB over Connecticut River Necrr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20,105 | 1966 |
| I-89 SB over Connecticut River Necrr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 19,185 | 1966 |
| C2006 over White River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 500 | 1928 |
| C3008 over Broad Brook | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 70 | 1974 |
| C3034 over Ottauquechee River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1922 |
| C3092 over 1st Branch White R. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1919 |
| C3055 over Broad Brook | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 1933 |
| C3047 over Locust Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 1977 |
| C4046 over Locust Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 1987 |
| I 00091 Ml over US 4 Vt 14 Necr Whtr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 21,000 | 1967 |
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.