Walker County Bridge Report Card
Walker County scores 81 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Walker County, Alabama
Walker County has 274 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 16 rated poor and 7 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.8% is above the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 17,075 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Walker County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 81/100 (B). The county has 274 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 16 in poor condition and 7 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 17,075 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 | 5.8% | 11.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.1% of measured traffic | 0.9 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.6% | 5.1 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 51 years vs 48 nationally | 1.3 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,503,634 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 | 5.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.6% |
| Average Bridge Age | 51 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 17,075 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Walker County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Hill Road over Cane Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1960 |
| Al-5 over Mulberry Fork Warrior | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 11,113 | 1978 |
| Al-13 over Bnsf Railroad | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,141 | 1957 |
| 3rd AVE over Tanyard Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,100 | 1936 |
| Oakman Parrish RD over Lost Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,000 | 1920 |
| Williams ST over Tanyard Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 460 | 1930 |
| Country Club Road over Blackwater Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 400 | 1898 |
| Browns Bridge RD over Lost Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 210 | 1974 |
| Kings Mill Road over Lost Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 150 | 1900 |
| Smith Chapel RD over Mill Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 125 | 1915 |
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.