Calhoun County Bridge Report Card
Calhoun County scores 83 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Calhoun County, Florida
Calhoun County has 49 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.1% is above the 2.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,900 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Calhoun County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 83/100 (B). The county has 49 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,900 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 | 4.1% | 8.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.5% of measured traffic | 1.9 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.0% | 4.1 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 55 years vs 48 nationally | 2.7 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 114,806 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 | 4.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 2.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 55 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,900 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Calhoun County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 392 over Pitts Mill Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 300 | 1963 |
| Sr71 over Baker Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,600 | 1952 |
| Sr20 over Sutton Creek | High traffic | Fair | 11,500 | 1952 |
| Sr20 over Johnny H Bailey Creek | High traffic | Fair | 10,531 | 1997 |
| Sr20 over Apalachicola Relief | High traffic | Good | 10,531 | 1997 |
| Sr20 over Chipola River | High traffic | Good | 6,600 | 2015 |
| Sr20 over Hogpen Branch | High traffic | Good | 6,200 | 1939 |
| SR 20 over Commander Creek | High traffic | Good | 6,200 | 1940 |
| Sr20 over Juniper Creek | High traffic | Fair | 6,000 | 1955 |
| Sr20 over Apalachicola River | High traffic | Fair | 5,266 | 1938 |
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.