Macon County Bridge Report Card
Macon County scores 59 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Macon County, Alabama
Macon County has 176 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 15 rated poor and 17 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 8.5% is above the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 37,516 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Macon County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 59/100 (F). The county has 176 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 15 in poor condition and 17 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 37,516 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 | 8.5% | 17.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 5.5% of measured traffic | 4.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 9.7% | 19.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 50 years vs 48 nationally | 0.9 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 676,246 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 | 8.5% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 9.7% |
| Average Bridge Age | 50 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 37,516 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Macon County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co RD 22 over Chewacla Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 325 | 1961 |
| Co RD 22 over Unnamed Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 325 | 1961 |
| Co RD 9 over Calebee Creek Relief | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 268 | 1959 |
| I85 over Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 31,250 | 1963 |
| Al 81 over W. Of Al. Rr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,660 | 1936 |
| Al.199 over Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,270 | 1943 |
| Co RD 56 over Gleeden Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 587 | 1957 |
| Co RD 26 over Opintlocco Creek Relief | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 536 | 1961 |
| Co RD 26 over Opintlocco Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 535 | 1961 |
| Co RD 9 over Walker Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 268 | 1964 |
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.