Oconto County Bridge Report Card
Oconto County scores 77 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Oconto County, Wisconsin
Oconto County has 150 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 4 rated poor and 13 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.7% is at or below the 6.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 900 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Oconto County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 77/100 (C). The county has 150 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 4 in poor condition and 13 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 900 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 | 2.7% | 5.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.3% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 8.7% | 17.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 39 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 273,615 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 | 2.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 8.7% |
| Average Bridge Age | 39 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 900 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Oconto County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lrd Smyth RD over N Br Oconto River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1928 |
| Cth M over Kelly Brook | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 680 | 1976 |
| Lrd Old 64 Road over Peshtigo Brook | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 110 | 1980 |
| Lrd Pecore RD over Pecore Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1955 |
| Lrd Goatsville RD over Kelly Brook | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 8,600 | 1932 |
| Cth F over Mccaslin Brook | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 1,200 | 1938 |
| Cth M over Little River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,100 | 1923 |
| Lrd Belgian RD over Kelly Brook | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 301 | 1969 |
| Lrd Burnt Dam RD over Mccaslin Brook | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 205 | 1923 |
| Lrd Jagiello RD over Little River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 135 | 1927 |
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.