Franklin County Bridge Report Card
Franklin County scores 81 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Franklin County, Alabama
Franklin County has 193 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 8 rated poor and 8 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.1% is above the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,630 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Franklin County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 81/100 (B). The county has 193 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 8 in poor condition and 8 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,630 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 | 4.1% | 8.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.5% of measured traffic | 1.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 4.1% | 8.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 50 years vs 48 nationally | 0.9 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 300,079 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 | 4.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 4.1% |
| Average Bridge Age | 50 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 4,630 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Franklin County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co RD 38 over Mcnair Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 55 | 1967 |
| SR 243 over Cedar Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,290 | 1965 |
| Gaines AVE over Town Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 500 | 1950 |
| Co RD B67 over Stinking Bear Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 495 | 1964 |
| Co RD 11 over Ramsey Mill Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 170 | 1935 |
| Co RD B22 over Little Bear Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 65 | 1936 |
| Co RD B29 over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1951 |
| Co RD A45 over Holcomb Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1950 |
| SR 24 over Bear Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 2,335 | 1978 |
| SR 24 over Bear Creek Relief 2 | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 2,230 | 1978 |
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.