Louisa County Bridge Report Card
Louisa County scores 91 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Louisa County, Virginia
Louisa County has 93 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 3 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.2% is at or below the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,433 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Louisa County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 91/100 (A). The county has 93 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 3 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,433 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 | 3.2% | 6.5 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.6% of measured traffic | 0.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 52 years vs 48 nationally | 1.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 230,578 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 | 3.2% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 52 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,433 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Louisa County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hanback Road over Branch Of Negro Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 692 | 1984 |
| Belle Meade Road over Little River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 683 | 1985 |
| Hamilton Road over South Anna River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 58 | 1929 |
| 64 Wbl over C&o Right Of Way | High traffic | Fair | 19,480 | 1970 |
| 64 Wbl over Route 615 | High traffic | Fair | 19,480 | 1970 |
| I-64 Ebl over C&o Right Of Way | High traffic | Fair | 18,719 | 1970 |
| 64 Ebl over Route 615 | High traffic | Fair | 18,719 | 1970 |
| James Madison Hwy. over Route 64 Ebl & Wbl | High traffic | Fair | 12,728 | 1970 |
| James Madison Hwy. over Route 64 Ebl & Wbl | High traffic | Fair | 12,728 | 1970 |
| James Madison HWY over Fielding Creek | High traffic | Fair | 9,384 | 1972 |
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.