Talladega County Bridge Report Card
Talladega County scores 86 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Talladega County, Alabama
Talladega County has 243 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 8 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.3% is at or below the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,510 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Talladega County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 86/100 (B). The county has 243 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 8 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,510 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 | 3.3% | 6.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.3% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.2% | 2.5 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 58 years vs 48 nationally | 4.2 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,146,776 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 | 3.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.2% |
| Average Bridge Age | 58 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 3,510 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Talladega County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Street West over Isbell Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 350 | 1940 |
| County Road 102 over Fourmile Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,275 | 1987 |
| Co 211 over Talladega Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 670 | 1952 |
| Co 082 over Kelley Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 515 | 1930 |
| City Street over Darby Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 300 | 1955 |
| Co. Road 132 over Crooked Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 150 | 1925 |
| Canaan Way(garvin) over Isbell Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 125 | 1940 |
| County Road 132 over Branch Of Crooked Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 125 | 1986 |
| Co 123 over Talasseehatchee Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 805 | 1950 |
| Co 303 over Dry Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 670 | 1963 |
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.