Doddridge County Bridge Report Card
Doddridge County scores 42 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Doddridge County, West Virginia
Doddridge County has 99 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 22 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 22.2% is above the 17.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 32,110 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Doddridge County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 42/100 (F). The county has 99 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 22 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 32,110 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 | 22.2% | 40.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 22.5% of measured traffic | 16.9 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 51 years vs 48 nationally | 1.4 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 142,630 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 | 22.2% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 17.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 51 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 32,110 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Doddridge County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Route 50 EB over Arnold Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,000 | 1970 |
| US Route 50 WB over Arnold Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,000 | 1970 |
| US Route 50 EB over Middle Island Crk & CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,650 | 1970 |
| US Route 50 WB over Middle Island Crk & CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,650 | 1970 |
| Dodd Co RT 50/30 over Middle Island Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,600 | 1929 |
| Wv Route 18 over Middle Island Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,500 | 1990 |
| Doddridge CR 50/30 over Doe Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,400 | 1960 |
| Dodd Co 50/30 over Buckeye Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 850 | 1947 |
| Dodd Co 50/30 over Buckeye Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 850 | 1947 |
| Wv Route 23 over Robinson Fork | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 650 | 1914 |
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.