Jackson County Bridge Report Card
Jackson County scores 80 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Jackson County, Alabama
Jackson County has 313 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 12 rated poor and 8 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.8% is above the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,409 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Jackson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 80/100 (B). The county has 313 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 12 in poor condition and 8 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,409 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 | 3.8% | 7.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.4% of measured traffic | 0.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.6% | 5.1 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 64 years vs 48 nationally | 6.5 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 665,515 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 | 3.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.6% |
| Average Bridge Age | 64 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,409 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Jackson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Mt Carmel RD over Bengess Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 720 | 1965 |
| Co RD 21 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 652 | 1973 |
| Co RT 60 over Jones Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 530 | 1961 |
| Co RD 18 over Kirby Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 106 | 1975 |
| Co RD 88 over Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 76 | 1959 |
| CR 354 over Bryant Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1971 |
| Co RD 354 over Spring Hill Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 56 | 1971 |
| Co RT 145 over Boxes Cove Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 52 | 1971 |
| Co RT 145 over Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 45 | 1972 |
| Co RT 134 over Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 44 | 1977 |
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.