Henry County Bridge Report Card
Henry County scores 94 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Henry County, Alabama
Henry County has 133 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 3.4% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Henry County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 94/100 (A). The county has 133 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.3% | 4.5 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 51 years vs 48 nationally | 1.2 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 459,937 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 | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.3% |
| Average Bridge Age | 51 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Henry County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Road over Abbie Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 468 | 1964 |
| Road over Omussee Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 133 | 1963 |
| Road over Sandy Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 67 | 1961 |
| County Road 54 over Piney Woods Creek | High traffic | Good | 300,356 | 2002 |
| US 431 Mp 23.616 over Spivey Creek | High traffic | Fair | 16,050 | 1966 |
| US 431 Mp 27.429 over Stream | High traffic | Good | 12,210 | 1984 |
| US 431 Mp 30.997 over Sandy Creek | High traffic | Fair | 11,800 | 1984 |
| US 431 Mp 33.455 over Stream | High traffic | Fair | 11,800 | 1984 |
| US 431 Mp 33.972 over Mathis Creek | High traffic | Fair | 11,800 | 1984 |
| US 431 Mp 35.472 over Stream | High traffic | Fair | 10,380 | 1984 |
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.