Grayson County Bridge Report Card
Grayson County scores 79 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Grayson County, Virginia
Grayson County has 146 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 10 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 6.8% is above the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,313 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Grayson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 79/100 (C). The county has 146 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 10 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,313 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 | 6.8% | 13.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.9% of measured traffic | 2.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 61 years vs 48 nationally | 5.5 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 149,853 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 | 6.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 61 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 4,313 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Grayson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson HWY over Big Wilson Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,537 | 1934 |
| Highlands PKWY over Cabin Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 601 | 1949 |
| Highlands PKWY over Cabin Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 601 | 1949 |
| Highlands Pky. over Helton Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 601 | 1949 |
| Stevens Creek Rd. over Stevens Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 307 | 1961 |
| Carsonville RD over Hines Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 248 | 1967 |
| Fairwood Rd. over Big Fox Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 234 | 1964 |
| Fox Creek Rd. over Middle Fox Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 98 | 1973 |
| Chestnut Grove RD over Fox Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 47 | 1932 |
| Kindreck RD over Fox Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 39 | 1997 |
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.