Washington County Bridge Report Card
Washington County scores 77 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Washington County, Florida
Washington County has 99 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 8 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 8.1% is above the 2.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 10,381 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Washington County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 77/100 (C). The county has 99 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 8 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 10,381 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 | 8.1% | 16.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 3.3% of measured traffic | 2.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.0% | 4.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 42 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 313,301 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 | 8.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 2.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 42 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 10,381 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Washington County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 276a over Holmes Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,300 | 1971 |
| Us90 Sr10 over Holmes Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,381 | 1953 |
| CR 279 over Dram Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,700 | 1986 |
| CR 278 over Unnamed Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,100 | 1940 |
| Cr278 (pioneer Rd) over Hard Labor Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 900 | 1958 |
| CR 173 over Gum Creek No. 2 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 800 | 1964 |
| Hard Labor Road over Hard Labor Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1990 |
| ST Marys Road over Little Dram Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1993 |
| CR 279 over Dram Branch | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,400 | 1976 |
| I10 Sr8 over Sr77 | High traffic | Fair | 11,500 | 1975 |
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.