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Condition Ratings

Condition Score

A 0-100 rating that summarizes a bridge's overall structural health based on NBI inspection data.

What It Means

The Condition Score combines three NBI component ratings (deck, superstructure, and substructure) with weights of 33%, 33%, and 34% respectively. Each component is rated on a 0-9 scale by federal inspectors. Bridges over 50 years old receive an additional age penalty deduction. The final score maps to letter grades: A (80-100), B (60-79), C (40-59), D (20-39), F (0-19).


Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Condition Score" mean?

A 0-100 rating that summarizes a bridge's overall structural health based on NBI inspection data.

Why does Condition Score matter for bridge safety?

The Condition Score combines three NBI component ratings (deck, superstructure, and substructure) with weights of 33%, 33%, and 34% respectively. Each component is rated on a 0-9 scale by federal inspectors. Bridges over 50 years old receive an additional age penalty deduction. The final score maps ...

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