Franklin County Bridge Report Card
Franklin County scores 60 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Franklin County, Florida
Franklin County has 41 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 15 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 36.6% is above the 2.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 383 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Franklin County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 60/100 (D). The county has 41 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 15 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 383 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 | 36.6% | 40.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.5% of measured traffic | 0.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 37 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 76,932 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 | 36.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 2.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 37 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 383 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Franklin County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New River Road over Syrup Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 33 | 1999 |
| Buck Siding Road over Whiskey George Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 1997 |
| North Road over Sandbank Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 1997 |
| North Road over Rake Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 1997 |
| Number Three Road over New River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 2001 |
| Gully Branch Road over New River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 2001 |
| Warren Bluff Road over Roberts Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 2001 |
| Rock Landing Road over Gator Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 2001 |
| Buck Siding Road over North Road Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 2001 |
| Buck Siding Road over Trout Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25 | 2001 |
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.