Loudoun County Bridge Report Card
Loudoun County scores 99 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Loudoun County, Virginia
Loudoun County has 442 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 3 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.7% is at or below the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,503 daily vehicle crossings.
Quote-Ready Local Facts
Copyable Facts for Reporters
BridgeLookup.com gives Loudoun County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 99/100 (A). The county has 442 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 3 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,503 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 | 0.7% | 1.4 |
| 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 | 37 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 5,216,168 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 | 0.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 37 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,503 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Loudoun County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Avenue over Sugarland Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,687 | 1970 |
| New Road over Bull Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 621 | 1993 |
| Davis Court over Tuscarora Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 195 | 1971 |
| Sully Road over Tributary Horsepen Run | High traffic | Fair | 184,788 | 1963 |
| Sully Rd. over Cabin Branch | High traffic | Fair | 127,227 | 1963 |
| Rte. 28 NB over Dulles Access RD | High traffic | Fair | 93,735 | 1963 |
| Rte. 28 SB over Dulles Access Road | High traffic | Good | 93,735 | 1988 |
| Sully Road Rte.28 over Merrybrook Run | High traffic | Fair | 84,996 | 1961 |
| Harry Byrd Highway over Broad Run | High traffic | Fair | 71,111 | 1949 |
| Harry Byrd Highway over Broad Run | High traffic | Fair | 71,111 | 1969 |
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.