Pulaski County Bridge Report Card
Pulaski County scores 85 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Pulaski County, Virginia
Pulaski County has 105 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 4 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.8% is above the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 22,666 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Pulaski County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 85/100 (B). The county has 105 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 4 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 22,666 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 | 3.8% | 7.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 3.3% of measured traffic | 2.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 60 years vs 48 nationally | 4.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 677,130 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 | 3.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 60 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 22,666 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Pulaski County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Route 0011 over Sproules Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,544 | 1936 |
| Route 0099 over Peak Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,467 | 1961 |
| Route 0611 over Ns Railway | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,815 | 1953 |
| Route 0000 over Commerce ST O Peak Ck. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,840 | 1932 |
| I-81 over Branch Of Slone Branch | High traffic | Fair | 45,109 | 1965 |
| I-81; Fo47; Fo64 over Sloan Branch | High traffic | Fair | 43,842 | 1960 |
| Nbl Route 0081 over RTE 100 | High traffic | Fair | 23,385 | 1965 |
| Nbl Route 0081 over Rt99/count Pulaski Dr. | High traffic | Fair | 23,053 | 1960 |
| Nbl Route 0081 over Peak Creek | High traffic | Fair | 23,053 | 1960 |
| Nbl Route 0081 over New River Trail St. Park | High traffic | Fair | 23,053 | 1960 |
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.