Scott County Bridge Report Card
Scott County scores 75 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Scott County, Virginia
Scott County has 138 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 14 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 10.1% is above the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,562 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Scott County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 75/100 (C). The county has 138 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 14 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,562 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 | 10.1% | 20.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.7% of measured traffic | 0.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 58 years vs 48 nationally | 4.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 226,529 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 | 10.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 58 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,562 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Scott County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Creek RD over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 296 | 1981 |
| Manville Rd. over Black Oak Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 278 | 1932 |
| Clinch River HWY over Cove Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 257 | 1957 |
| Mcmurry Hollow RD over Roberts Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 172 | 1982 |
| Kingdom RD over N Fork Clinch River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 122 | 1962 |
| Mineral Hill Lane over Big Moccasin Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 103 | 1932 |
| Speers Valley RD over N Fork Clinch River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 99 | 1972 |
| Cliff Mtn. Way over Dry Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 86 | 1976 |
| Fraleytown RD over N Fork Clinch River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 58 | 1967 |
| Gillenwater Loop over Big Moccasin Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 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.