Limestone County Bridge Report Card
Limestone County scores 90 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Limestone County, Alabama
Limestone County has 325 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 7 rated poor and 6 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.2% is at or below the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,045 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Limestone County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 90/100 (A). The county has 325 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 7 in poor condition and 6 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,045 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 | 2.2% | 4.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.1% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.8% | 3.7 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 53 years vs 48 nationally | 2.1 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,596,980 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 | 2.2% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.8% |
| Average Bridge Age | 53 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,045 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Limestone County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pettusville RD over Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 300 | 1952 |
| Old Sch House RD over Davis Br | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 250 | 1947 |
| Mccormack RD over Beckham CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1955 |
| _sand Springs Rd. over _hauskin Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 185 | 1953 |
| Turkey Creek RD over Turkey CR | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1945 |
| Farm RD 04 over Limestone Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1948 |
| Liberty Lane over Little Limestone | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15 | 1966 |
| SR 2 over Piney Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 9,320 | 1959 |
| SR 251 over Swan Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 7,620 | 1926 |
| Capshaw Road over Limestone Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 5,154 | 1952 |
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.