Tucker County Bridge Report Card
Tucker County scores 59 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Tucker County, West Virginia
Tucker County has 70 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 12 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 17.1% is at or below the 17.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,851 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Tucker County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 59/100 (F). The county has 70 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 12 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,851 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 | 17.1% | 34.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 9.3% of measured traffic | 7.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 42 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 41,301 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 | 17.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 17.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 42 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 3,851 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Tucker County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wv 32 over Blackwater River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,800 | 1931 |
| Wv. 38 over Brushy Fork | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 700 | 1948 |
| C.r. 1 over Minear Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 400 | 1997 |
| Wv 72 over Licking Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 300 | 1957 |
| Wv 72 over Red Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 250 | 1933 |
| C. R. 21 over Left Fork Clover Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1950 |
| C. R. 7 over Leadmine Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1961 |
| C.r. 27 over Long Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 90 | 1948 |
| C.r. 13 over Right Fork Of Bull Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1953 |
| C. R. 17 over Left Fork Clover Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1951 |
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.