Lafayette County Bridge Report Card
Lafayette County scores 67 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Lafayette County, Florida
Lafayette County has 28 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.1% is above the 2.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 750 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Lafayette County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 67/100 (D). The county has 28 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 750 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 | 7.1% | 14.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.4% of measured traffic | 1.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 7.1% | 14.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 57 years vs 48 nationally | 3.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 54,023 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 | 7.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 2.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 7.1% |
| Average Bridge Age | 57 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 750 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Lafayette County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr-51 over Britt Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 600 | 1940 |
| Camp Grade Road over Steinhatchee River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 150 | 1921 |
| Us-27 (sr-20) over Suwannee River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 5,900 | 1989 |
| SE La Bennett Grd over Steinhatchee River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 41 | 1996 |
| Us-27 (sr-20) over Suwannee River Relief | High traffic | Good | 5,900 | 1954 |
| Sr-51 (hal Adams) over Suwannee River | High traffic | Fair | 4,900 | 1947 |
| Us-27 (sr-20) over Leadbeater Branch | High traffic | Good | 4,711 | 1950 |
| Us-27 (sr-20) over Picket Lake Branch | High traffic | Fair | 4,000 | 1950 |
| Us-27 (sr-20) over Gracie Branch | High traffic | Good | 4,000 | 1950 |
| Us-27 (sr-20) over Peterson Creek | High traffic | Good | 3,800 | 1965 |
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.