Lee County Bridge Report Card
Lee County scores 81 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Lee County, Virginia
Lee County has 153 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 12 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.8% is above the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,672 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Lee County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 81/100 (B). The county has 153 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 12 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,672 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 | 7.8% | 15.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.7% of measured traffic | 1.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 53 years vs 48 nationally | 1.9 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 220,412 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 | 7.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 53 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 3,672 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Lee County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Route 421 over Stone Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,369 | 1935 |
| Route 70 over Powell River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 741 | 1962 |
| Route 764 over Cane Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 567 | 1968 |
| Red Fletcher Road over Dry Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 250 | 1938 |
| Beulah Road over Indian Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 176 | 1961 |
| Route 0765 over Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 139 | 1995 |
| Mill Hollow Road over Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 111 | 1932 |
| Tobacco Rd. over Sims Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 104 | 1985 |
| Route 600 over Blackwater Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 103 | 1932 |
| Giles Hollow Road over Martin Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 55 | 1932 |
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.