Ben Hill County Bridge Report Card
Ben Hill County scores 89 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Ben Hill County, Georgia
Ben Hill County has 47 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.3% is above the 1.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 520 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Ben Hill County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 89/100 (B). The county has 47 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 520 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 | 4.3% | 8.5 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.8% of measured traffic | 0.6 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 52 years vs 48 nationally | 1.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 68,667 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 | 4.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 52 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 520 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Ben Hill County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethleham Ch RD over Otter Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 420 | 1955 |
| Tulip Road over Young Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1955 |
| SR 107 over Turkey Branch | High traffic | Good | 7,570 | 1991 |
| US 129 / SR 11 over Turkey Branch | High traffic | Good | 6,880 | 1993 |
| Perry House Road over Willachoochee Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,190 | 2018 |
| Irwinville HWY over Willacoochee Creek | High traffic | Fair | 4,983 | 1948 |
| SR 107 over Turkey Branch Trib | High traffic | Good | 4,983 | 1991 |
| M-2222 over Turkey Branch | High traffic | Good | 3,820 | 1982 |
| SR 107 over Willacoochee Creek | High traffic | Good | 3,360 | 1976 |
| SR 125 over Courthouse Branch | High traffic | Good | 2,010 | 1946 |
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.