Atkinson County Bridge Report Card
Atkinson County scores 86 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Atkinson County, Georgia
Atkinson County has 61 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.3% is above the 1.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 271 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Atkinson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 86/100 (B). The county has 61 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 271 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 | 3.3% | 6.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 3.3% | 6.6 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 50 years vs 48 nationally | 1.1 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 158,920 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 | 3.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 3.3% |
| Average Bridge Age | 50 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 271 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Atkinson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 120 over N Prong ST Marys River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 151 | 1970 |
| Live Oak Ch Road over Red Bluff Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 120 | 1963 |
| Sc 28 Wbl over Savannah River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 11,300 | 1968 |
| US 82 Cor Z (wbl) over Willacoochee River O/f | High traffic | Good | 22,700 | 1968 |
| I-520 over Savannah River | High traffic | Good | 19,200 | 2004 |
| Sc 28 Ebl over Savannah River | High traffic | Fair | 11,300 | 1989 |
| US 221-us 441 / SR over Sweetwater Creek | High traffic | Good | 7,660 | 1936 |
| US 221-us 441 / SR over Sweetwater Creek Trib | High traffic | Good | 7,660 | 1989 |
| US 82 Cor Z (wbl)/ over Red Bluff Creek | High traffic | Good | 6,790 | 1988 |
| US 221-us441 / Sr3 over Pudding Creek | High traffic | Good | 6,470 | 1990 |
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.