Pike County Bridge Report Card
Pike County scores 78 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Pike County, Alabama
Pike County has 169 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 16 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.2% is at or below the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 95 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Pike County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 78/100 (C). The county has 169 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 16 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 95 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 | 1.2% | 2.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 9.5% | 18.9 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 50 years vs 48 nationally | 1.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 216,387 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 | 1.2% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 9.5% |
| Average Bridge Age | 50 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 95 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Pike County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Road 2228 over Big Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 75 | 1940 |
| County Road 2219 over Lynn Mill Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1940 |
| County Road 2243 over Conecuh River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,500 | 1984 |
| County Road 1101 over Olustee Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 975 | 1946 |
| County Road 2209 over Double Branch | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 400 | 1973 |
| County Road 6600 over Conecuh River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 305 | 2006 |
| County Road 6600 over Conecuh River Relief | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 305 | 2007 |
| County Road 6628 over Pea River Relief | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 300 | 1971 |
| County Road 6628 over Pea River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 300 | 1974 |
| County Road 3339 over White Water Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 285 | 1962 |
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.