Upshur County Bridge Report Card
Upshur County scores 67 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Upshur County, West Virginia
Upshur County has 98 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 11 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 11.2% is at or below the 17.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 8,385 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Upshur County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 67/100 (D). The county has 98 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 11 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 8,385 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 | 11.2% | 22.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 5.3% of measured traffic | 3.9 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.0% | 4.1 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 55 years vs 48 nationally | 2.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 159,660 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 | 11.2% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 17.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 55 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 8,385 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Upshur County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Route 9 Sls over Buckhannon River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,200 | 1935 |
| Wv 20 over French Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,500 | 1960 |
| County Route 30 over RT Fork Middle Fork Riv | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 300 | 1977 |
| County Route 46/4 over Lt Fk RT Fk Li Kanawha R | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 110 | 1952 |
| County Route 20/6 over Turkey Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1920 |
| County Route 8 Sls over Sand Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1914 |
| County Route 30 over Tenmile Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1971 |
| County Route 30/19 over RT Fork Middle Fork Riv | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1982 |
| County Route 10/14 over Laurel Fork | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1978 |
| County Route 46/2 over Lynn Camp Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5 | 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.