Rappahannock County Bridge Report Card
Rappahannock County scores 81 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Rappahannock County, Virginia
Rappahannock County has 87 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 5 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.7% is above the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 478 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Rappahannock County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 81/100 (B). The county has 87 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 5 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 478 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 | 5.7% | 11.5 |
| 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 | 65 years vs 48 nationally | 6.9 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 75,050 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 | 5.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 65 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 478 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Rappahannock County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reva Road over Hughes River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 223 | 1930 |
| Bean Hollow Road over Jordan River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 134 | 1995 |
| North Poes Road over Jordan River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 73 | 1935 |
| Hawlin Road over Branch Hazel River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 27 | 1980 |
| Old Massies Crn RD over Battle Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 21 | 1914 |
| Lee Highway over Rush River | High traffic | Fair | 6,187 | 1971 |
| Lee HWY Ebl & Wbl over Battle Run | High traffic | Fair | 6,187 | 1972 |
| Lee Highway over Covington River | High traffic | Fair | 4,783 | 1985 |
| Zachary Taylor HWY over Wilson Branch | High traffic | Good | 3,868 | 1923 |
| Zachary Taylor HWY over Big Indian Run | High traffic | Fair | 3,868 | 1924 |
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.