Ozaukee County Bridge Report Card
Ozaukee County scores 90 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Ozaukee County, Wisconsin
Ozaukee County has 106 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 3 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.8% is at or below the 6.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,693 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Ozaukee County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 90/100 (A). The county has 106 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 3 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,693 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 | 2.8% | 5.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.9% | 3.8 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 42 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 872,757 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 | 2.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.9% |
| Average Bridge Age | 42 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,693 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Ozaukee County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lrd Dixie RD over Sauk Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 58 | 1951 |
| Lrd Cedar Creek RD over Cedar Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,400 | 1970 |
| Lrd Williamsburg D over Pigeon Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 235 | 1970 |
| Cth O/n Green Bay over Mole Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 3,800 | 2015 |
| IH 43-sth 32-sth 5 over Br Milwaukee River | High traffic | Fair | 50,300 | 1966 |
| IH 43 Nb-sth 32 NB over Sth 57-sth 167-mequon RD | High traffic | Good | 34,300 | 2024 |
| IH 43 Sb-sth 32 SB over Sth 57-sth 167-mequon RD | High traffic | Fair | 34,300 | 2024 |
| IH 43 Sb-sth 32 SB over Lrd Lakefield RD | High traffic | Good | 26,600 | 2023 |
| IH 43-sth 32 over Sucker Creek | High traffic | Fair | 26,300 | 1974 |
| IH 43-sth 32 over Sucker Creek | High traffic | Fair | 26,300 | 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.