Harrisonburg County Bridge Report Card
Harrisonburg County scores 75 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Harrisonburg County, Virginia
Harrisonburg County has 34 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 3 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 8.8% is above the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 29,713 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Harrisonburg County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 75/100 (C). The county has 34 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 3 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 29,713 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 | 8.8% | 17.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 10.2% of measured traffic | 7.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 45 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 290,272 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 | 8.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 45 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 29,713 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Harrisonburg County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Route 33 Ebl over I-81 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 14,883 | 1960 |
| Route 33 Ebl over Ns Railway & Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 8,187 | 1960 |
| Pleasant Valley RD over I-81 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,643 | 1959 |
| Port Republic Road over I-81 | High traffic | Fair | 26,766 | 1960 |
| Reservoir Street over Sieberts Creek | High traffic | Good | 20,994 | 1998 |
| Reservoir Street over I-81 | High traffic | Good | 20,994 | 1999 |
| Stone Spring RD over I-81 | High traffic | Good | 19,000 | 2012 |
| Stone Spring Road over Blacks Run & Ns Rr | High traffic | Good | 19,000 | 2012 |
| South Main Street over Blacks Run | High traffic | Fair | 18,299 | 1978 |
| Route 33 Wbl over I-81 | High traffic | Good | 14,883 | 2024 |
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.