Cullman County Bridge Report Card
Cullman County scores 83 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Cullman County, Alabama
Cullman County has 246 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 14 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.7% is above the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,686 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Cullman County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 83/100 (B). The county has 246 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 14 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,686 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 | 5.7% | 11.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.4% of measured traffic | 0.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.2% | 2.4 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 55 years vs 48 nationally | 2.9 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 875,540 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 | 5.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.2% |
| Average Bridge Age | 55 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 3,686 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Cullman County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 91 over Dorsey Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 713 | 1972 |
| C0. Rt. 52 over Pan Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1952 |
| CR 1856 over Mulberry Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 45 | 1952 |
| Old 3rd AVE SE over L*n Rail Road | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,128 | 1912 |
| Walnut ST over Railroad @ Walnut Street | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,000 | 1915 |
| CR 1427 over Eightmile Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 170 | 1947 |
| CR 538 over Mud Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 110 | 1973 |
| Co. Rt. 1763 over Tibb Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 80 | 1958 |
| CR 1447 over Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 70 | 1976 |
| CR 1389 over Flint Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1957 |
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.