Suwannee County Bridge Report Card
Suwannee County scores 70 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Suwannee County, Florida
Suwannee County has 37 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.4% is above the 2.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 102 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Suwannee County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 70/100 (C). The county has 37 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 102 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 | 5.4% | 10.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 8.1% | 16.2 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 56 years vs 48 nationally | 3.1 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 244,147 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 | 5.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 2.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 8.1% |
| Average Bridge Age | 56 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 102 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Suwannee County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 164th Street over Little River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 51 | 1940 |
| 82nd Terrace over Branch Rocky Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 51 | 2000 |
| Sr-51 over Suwannee River Relief | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 5,200 | 1947 |
| Sr-51 over Suwannee River Relief | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 4,900 | 1947 |
| I-75 SB (sr-93) over Suwannee River Overflow | High traffic | Good | 20,000 | 1962 |
| I-75 NB (sr-93) over Suwannee River Overflow | High traffic | Good | 20,000 | 1962 |
| I-75 SB (sr-93) over Suwannee River | High traffic | Fair | 20,000 | 1962 |
| I-75 NB (sr-93) over Suwannee River | High traffic | Fair | 20,000 | 1962 |
| I-10 WB (sr-8) over Rocky Creek | High traffic | Fair | 16,438 | 1968 |
| I-10 EB (sr-8) over Rocky Creek | High traffic | Fair | 16,438 | 1968 |
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.