Gilchrist County Bridge Report Card
Gilchrist County scores 72 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Gilchrist County, Florida
Gilchrist County has 10 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 2.8% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Gilchrist County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 72/100 (C). The county has 10 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 10.0% | 20.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 67 years vs 48 nationally | 7.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 37,501 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 | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 2.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 10.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 67 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Gilchrist County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canal Avenue over Bell Spring Run | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 101 | 1974 |
| Sr-26 over Joppa Creek | High traffic | Fair | 10,000 | 1951 |
| Sr-26 over Goose Creek | High traffic | Fair | 10,000 | 1951 |
| Us-129 (sr-49) over Santa Fe River | High traffic | Fair | 3,800 | 1939 |
| Sr-47 over Craggs Creek | High traffic | Fair | 3,300 | 1947 |
| Sr-47 over Hog Creek | High traffic | Good | 2,800 | 1947 |
| Sr-47 over Santa Fe River | High traffic | Fair | 2,500 | 1952 |
| CR 340 over Suwannee River | High traffic | Fair | 2,200 | 1965 |
| CR 340 over Cow Creek | High traffic | Good | 1,800 | 2000 |
| CR 138 over Cow Creek | High traffic | Good | 1,000 | 1960 |
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.