Madison County Bridge Report Card
Madison County scores 89 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Madison County, Florida
Madison County has 60 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.7% is at or below the 2.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,400 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Madison County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 89/100 (B). The county has 60 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,400 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 | 1.7% | 3.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.4% of measured traffic | 0.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.7% | 3.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 57 years vs 48 nationally | 3.7 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 359,420 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 | 1.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 2.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.7% |
| Average Bridge Age | 57 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,400 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Madison County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 14 over Sampala Swamp | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,400 | 1950 |
| Us-90 (sr-10) over Aucilla River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,800 | 1928 |
| I-10 (sr-8) over Cedar Creek | High traffic | Fair | 20,200 | 1973 |
| I-10 (sr-8) over Piddlin Creek | High traffic | Fair | 20,200 | 1973 |
| I-10 (sr-8) over Piddlin Creek | High traffic | Fair | 20,200 | 1973 |
| I-10 (sr-8) over Hixtown Swamp Equalizer | High traffic | Fair | 20,200 | 1973 |
| I-10 WB (sr-8) over Sr-53 | High traffic | Fair | 14,978 | 1972 |
| I-10 EB (sr-8) over Sr-53 | High traffic | Fair | 14,978 | 1972 |
| I-10 WB (sr-8) over Cr-255 | High traffic | Fair | 13,000 | 1971 |
| I-10 WB (sr-8) over Suwannee River Relief | High traffic | Good | 13,000 | 1971 |
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.