Jackson County Bridge Report Card
Jackson County scores 75 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Jackson County, Florida
Jackson County has 145 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 11 rated poor and 4 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.6% is above the 2.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 25,589 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Jackson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 75/100 (C). The county has 145 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 11 in poor condition and 4 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 25,589 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 | 7.6% | 15.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 5.2% of measured traffic | 3.9 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.8% | 5.5 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 44 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 492,951 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 | 7.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 2.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.8% |
| Average Bridge Age | 44 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 25,589 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Jackson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 278 over Chipola River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,600 | 1966 |
| Us90 Sr10 over Chipola River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 23,500 | 1943 |
| Cliff Street over Little Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 120 | 1980 |
| Prim Avenue over Holmes Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 72 | 1994 |
| Freeman Road over Econfina Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1979 |
| Dock Road over Little Dry Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1998 |
| New Bridge Road over Cowarts Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 48 | 1992 |
| Grissett Road over Stump Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 44 | 1972 |
| Tobacco Road over Unnamed Slough | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 44 | 1995 |
| Bradley Road over Carpenter Sink Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 39 | 1991 |
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.