Wyoming County Bridge Report Card
Wyoming County scores 23 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Wyoming County, West Virginia
Wyoming County has 159 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 51 rated poor and 10 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 32.1% is above the 17.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 40,372 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Wyoming County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 23/100 (F). The county has 159 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 51 in poor condition and 10 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 40,372 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 | 32.1% | 40.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 32.9% of measured traffic | 24.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 6.3% | 12.6 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 39 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 122,762 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 | 32.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 17.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 6.3% |
| Average Bridge Age | 39 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 40,372 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Wyoming County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 52 over Muzzle Fork | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,700 | 1936 |
| Co 6 over Clear Fork | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 600 | 1917 |
| CR 2 over Toney Fork | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 500 | 1968 |
| CR 10/14 over Rock Castle Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 150 | 2011 |
| Harp 936 over Laurel Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 2001 |
| Harp Route 978 over Br Of Rockcastle Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 2001 |
| Wv 16 over Slab Fork | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,800 | 1985 |
| Wv RT 54 over Slabfork | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,000 | 1958 |
| US 52 over Huff Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,700 | 1978 |
| Wv. 54 over Slab Fork | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,400 | 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.