Appling County Bridge Report Card
Appling County scores 100 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Appling County, Georgia
Appling County has 76 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 1.7% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Appling County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 100/100 (A). The county has 76 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 49 years vs 48 nationally | 0.4 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 160,187 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 | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 49 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Appling County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 341 SR 27 over Sweetwater Creek Trib | High traffic | Good | 11,200 | 1934 |
| US 341 SR 27 over Sweetwater Creek | High traffic | Good | 7,780 | 1969 |
| US 1 SR 4 over Bay Creek | High traffic | Good | 6,050 | 1927 |
| US 1 SR 4 over Bay Creek Trib | High traffic | Fair | 6,050 | 1927 |
| US 1 SR 4 over Bay Creek Trib | High traffic | Good | 6,050 | 1934 |
| US 1 SR 4 over Ten Mile Creek Trib | High traffic | Good | 5,620 | 1927 |
| US 1 SR 4 over Little Ten Mile Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,620 | 1927 |
| US 1 SR 4 over Little Ten Mile Crk Trib | High traffic | Good | 5,620 | 1934 |
| US 1 SR 4 over Ten Mile Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,620 | 1950 |
| US 341 over Ns Railroad | High traffic | Good | 5,490 | 2008 |
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.