Bradford County Bridge Report Card
Bradford County scores 83 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Bradford County, Florida
Bradford County has 76 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 4 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.3% is above the 2.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,033 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Bradford County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 83/100 (B). The county has 76 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 4 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,033 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 | 5.3% | 10.5 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.5% of measured traffic | 0.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.6% | 5.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 49 years vs 48 nationally | 0.5 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 443,167 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 | 5.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 2.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.6% |
| Average Bridge Age | 49 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,033 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Bradford County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 225 over Water Oak Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,600 | 1950 |
| CR 225 over Sampson River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 301 | 1955 |
| NW 74th AVE over Water Oak Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 101 | 1978 |
| 106th Avenue over Sampson River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 31 | 1965 |
| CR 18 over Braggs Branch | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,500 | 1940 |
| Us-301 (sr-200) over Alligator Creek | High traffic | Fair | 23,500 | 1961 |
| Us-301 (sr-200) over Olustee Creek | High traffic | Fair | 23,500 | 1961 |
| Us-301 (sr-200) over Lawton Creek | High traffic | Fair | 23,500 | 1961 |
| Us-301 (sr-200) over Crawfish Creek | High traffic | Fair | 23,500 | 1967 |
| Sr-223 over South Water Oak Creek | High traffic | Good | 21,500 | 2019 |
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.