Harrison County Bridge Report Card
Harrison County scores 38 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Harrison County, West Virginia
Harrison County has 256 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 64 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 25.0% is above the 17.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 301,673 daily vehicle crossings.
Quote-Ready Local Facts
Copyable Facts for Reporters
BridgeLookup.com gives Harrison County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 38/100 (F). The county has 256 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 64 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 301,673 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 | 25.0% | 40.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 24.2% of measured traffic | 18.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 57 years vs 48 nationally | 3.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,246,953 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 | 25.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 17.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 57 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 301,673 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Harrison County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Route 50 WB over Salem Fork Pvt DR Trai | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 28,798 | 1981 |
| US Route 50 over Csx Railbed | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 26,100 | 1977 |
| US Route 50 over US 19 & Wv 20 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 26,100 | 1977 |
| US Route 50 over Interstate 79 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 22,600 | 1974 |
| I-79 NB over Wv 270 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 14,650 | 1965 |
| I-79 SB over Wv 270 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 14,650 | 1965 |
| Interstate 79 SB over Browns Creek & Hrr Co 25 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 12,150 | 1966 |
| Interstate 79 NB over Elk Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 11,700 | 1970 |
| US Route 50 over Davisson Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 11,500 | 1918 |
| Interstate 79 NB over Har. Co. 25/6 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10,650 | 1965 |
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.