Wilcox County Bridge Report Card
Wilcox County scores 61 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Wilcox County, Alabama
Wilcox County has 165 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 19 rated poor and 12 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 11.5% is above the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,126 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Wilcox County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 61/100 (D). The county has 165 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 19 in poor condition and 12 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,126 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 | 11.5% | 23.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.7% of measured traffic | 0.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 7.3% | 14.5 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 51 years vs 48 nationally | 1.3 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 158,900 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 | 11.5% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 7.3% |
| Average Bridge Age | 51 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,126 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Wilcox County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co RD 59 over Pine Barron Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 206 | 1949 |
| Co RD 210 over Breastwork Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1976 |
| Co RD 2 over Bear Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 250 | 1970 |
| Co RD 43 over Sellers Slough | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 150 | 1966 |
| Co RD 32/kpthomas over Red Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1960 |
| Cr463/mosely RD over Unnamed Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 45 | 1991 |
| CR 463 Moseley RD over Slater Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 45 | 1991 |
| Co RD 465 over Unnamed Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1958 |
| CR 213 over Turkey Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1975 |
| Clarence Daily RD over Branch Of Dailey Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1983 |
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.