Bartow County Bridge Report Card
Bartow County scores 92 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Bartow County, Georgia
Bartow County has 219 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 8 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.7% is above the 1.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 19,880 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Bartow County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 92/100 (A). The county has 219 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 8 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 19,880 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 | 3.7% | 7.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.6% of measured traffic | 0.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 48 years vs 48 nationally | 0.1 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 3,433,035 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 | 3.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 48 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 19,880 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Bartow County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 41 over Two Run Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 9,380 | 1949 |
| White-cassville RD over South Fork Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,250 | 1933 |
| Mac Johnson Road over Nancy Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,630 | 1927 |
| Wesley Mill Drive over Oothkalooga Creek Trib. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 530 | 2001 |
| Twin Bridge Road over Swamp Creek Trib | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 330 | 1998 |
| Mckaskey Crk RD over Carter Creek Trib | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 270 | 1991 |
| Old Dixie Highway over Chamlee Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 250 | 1929 |
| Crow Springs RD over Crow Springs Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 240 | 1960 |
| I-75 (nbl) over M-9464 Glade Road | High traffic | Fair | 116,000 | 1977 |
| I-75 over Tanyard Creek | High traffic | Fair | 102,000 | 1977 |
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.