Chambers County Bridge Report Card
Chambers County scores 76 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Chambers County, Alabama
Chambers County has 184 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 14 rated poor and 6 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.6% is above the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,318 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Chambers County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 76/100 (C). The county has 184 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 14 in poor condition and 6 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,318 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 | 7.6% | 15.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.5% of measured traffic | 0.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 3.3% | 6.5 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 52 years vs 48 nationally | 1.7 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 423,729 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 | 7.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 3.3% |
| Average Bridge Age | 52 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,318 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Chambers County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co. 156 over Chikasanoxee Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1929 |
| Co. 179 over Wells Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7 | 1935 |
| SR 77 over Allen Creek(hootalocco) | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,225 | 1941 |
| 19th AVE over Moores Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 350 | 1910 |
| Co.11 over Norfolk Railroad | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 305 | 1946 |
| Co. 92 over Allen Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 115 | 1950 |
| Co. 55 over Chatahospee Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 95 | 1920 |
| Co. 224 over Unnamed Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 55 | 1969 |
| Co. 46 over County Line Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1967 |
| Co. 2 over South Sandy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 1920 |
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.