Randolph County Bridge Report Card
Randolph County scores 86 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Randolph County, Alabama
Randolph County has 165 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 8 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.8% is above the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,388 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Randolph County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 86/100 (B). The county has 165 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 8 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,388 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 | 4.8% | 9.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.9% of measured traffic | 0.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 58 years vs 48 nationally | 4.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 157,565 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 | 4.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 58 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,388 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Randolph County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Road over Graves Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 600 | 1965 |
| Johnson ST over Scl Railroad | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1940 |
| Co. Rd. 26 over Gaston Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1952 |
| Co.rd.#92 over Little Tall. River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1964 |
| Co RD #861 over Highpine Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 80 | 1920 |
| Co RD 417 over Cohobadiah Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1932 |
| Co RD 489 over Bear Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1932 |
| Co RD 604 over Un-named Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 18 | 1969 |
| Sr1/us431 over Graves Creek | High traffic | Fair | 14,180 | 1968 |
| Sr1 / US 431 over High Pine Creek | High traffic | Fair | 7,191 | 1968 |
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.