Brooks County Bridge Report Card
Brooks County scores 86 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Brooks County, Georgia
Brooks County has 104 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 4 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.8% is above the 1.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,029 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Brooks County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 86/100 (B). The county has 104 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 4 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,029 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 | 3.8% | 7.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.5% of measured traffic | 0.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.9% | 3.8 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 53 years vs 48 nationally | 2.2 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 209,959 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 | 3.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.9% |
| Average Bridge Age | 53 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,029 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Brooks County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livingston Road over Piscola Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 519 | 1969 |
| Liberty Church RD over Cat Creek Trib | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 194 | 1935 |
| Beasley Road over Carroll Creek Trib | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 158 | 1935 |
| Hodges Road over Mule Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 158 | 1985 |
| SR 333 over Pine Branch | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 1,550 | 1958 |
| SR 333 over Piscola Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 1,550 | 1958 |
| US 84 SR 38 Ebl over Okapilco Creek | High traffic | Good | 11,900 | 1974 |
| US 84 SR 38 Wbl over Okapilco Creek Overflow | High traffic | Good | 11,900 | 1988 |
| US 84 Wbl SR 38 over Withlacoochee River | High traffic | Good | 11,900 | 1989 |
| SR 133 over Little River | High traffic | Good | 11,600 | 2000 |
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.