Clark County Bridge Report Card
Clark County scores 55 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Clark County, Wisconsin
Clark County has 298 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 33 rated poor and 26 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 11.1% is above the 6.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 19,629 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Clark County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 55/100 (F). The county has 298 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 33 in poor condition and 26 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 19,629 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 | 11.1% | 22.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 6.7% of measured traffic | 5.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 8.7% | 17.4 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 41 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 292,110 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 | 11.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 8.7% |
| Average Bridge Age | 41 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 19,629 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Clark County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cth B over Crooked Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 270 | 1924 |
| Lrd Sandhill AVE over S. Fk. Popple River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 116 | 1956 |
| Lrd Badger AVE over Dill Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 116 | 1969 |
| Lrd Fremont RD over S Br Oneill Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 116 | 1976 |
| Lrd Pray AVE over Hay Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 92 | 1947 |
| Lrd Fairground AVE over Cunningham Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 87 | 1975 |
| Lrd S River AVE over Conlan Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 58 | 1928 |
| Lrd Poertner AVE over Cunningham Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 58 | 1960 |
| Lrd Catlin AVE over S Br Oneill Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 58 | 1972 |
| Lrd Bridge RD over Popple River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 58 | 1974 |
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.