Hardy County Bridge Report Card
Hardy County scores 82 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Hardy County, West Virginia
Hardy County has 132 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 10 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.6% is at or below the 17.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 7,250 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Hardy County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 82/100 (B). The county has 132 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 10 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 7,250 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 | 7.6% | 15.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 4.1% of measured traffic | 3.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 43 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 178,873 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 | 7.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 17.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 43 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 7,250 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Hardy County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wv 259 F over Baker Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,400 | 1961 |
| Wv 259 F over Halterman Hollow Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,900 | 1932 |
| C.r. 4/1 Sls over Fort Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,100 | 1927 |
| CR 20 Sls over Lost River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 700 | 1998 |
| CR 12 over Howards Lick Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 550 | 1960 |
| CR 16 Sls over Mill Gap Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 300 | 1987 |
| CR 23/10 Sls over Trout Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 90 | 1937 |
| CR 55/20 over Lost River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 80 | 1931 |
| Forest Road over Capon Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 80 | 1967 |
| CR 18/2 Sls over Crab Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1964 |
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.