Craig County Bridge Report Card
Craig County scores 90 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Craig County, Virginia
Craig County has 60 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.3% is at or below the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 15 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Craig County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 90/100 (A). The county has 60 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 15 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 | 3.3% | 6.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 57 years vs 48 nationally | 3.5 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 33,273 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 | 3.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 57 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 15 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Craig County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Route 0692 over Craig Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 1925 |
| Bunch Road over Valley Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5 | 1970 |
| Craigs Creek Road over Johns Creek | High traffic | Fair | 4,305 | 1960 |
| Route 0311 over Craig Creek | High traffic | Fair | 4,009 | 1984 |
| Route 0311 over Craig Creek | High traffic | Fair | 4,009 | 1984 |
| Craig Valley Rd311 over Craig Creek | High traffic | Fair | 4,009 | 1985 |
| Route 311 over Meadow Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,009 | 2022 |
| Rt311/paintbank RD over Johns Creek | High traffic | Good | 1,667 | 1992 |
| Cumberlandgaprd/42 over Meadow Creek | High traffic | Fair | 820 | 1939 |
| Craigs Creek Rd615 over Barbours Creek | High traffic | Fair | 696 | 1964 |
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.