Warren County Bridge Report Card
Warren County scores 97 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Warren County, Virginia
Warren County has 84 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.2% is at or below the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,750 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Warren County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 97/100 (A). The county has 84 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,750 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 | 1.2% | 2.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 49 years vs 48 nationally | 0.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 724,834 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 | 1.2% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 49 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,750 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Warren County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8th Street over Happy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,750 | 1965 |
| I-66 over Molly Booth Run | High traffic | Fair | 34,901 | 1970 |
| N Shenandoah AVE over N F Shen River & Ns Rwy | High traffic | Good | 31,222 | 1941 |
| Winchester RD over Crooked Run | High traffic | Fair | 31,222 | 1941 |
| I-81 Nbl over Water Plant RD (rt 840) | High traffic | Fair | 30,782 | 1965 |
| N Shen Ave-340/522 over S F Shen River & Ns Rwy | High traffic | Good | 29,273 | 2016 |
| I-81 Sbl over Water Plant RD (rt 840) | High traffic | Good | 25,185 | 2023 |
| Route 66 Ebl over Manassas Run & Rte. 647 | High traffic | Fair | 19,264 | 1979 |
| Route 66 Ebl over Apple Mountain RD | High traffic | Fair | 19,247 | 1979 |
| Route 66 Wbl over Apple Mountain RD | High traffic | Fair | 19,247 | 1979 |
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.