Bulloch County Bridge Report Card
Bulloch County scores 91 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Bulloch County, Georgia
Bulloch County has 139 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.4% is at or below the 1.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,041 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Bulloch County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 91/100 (A). The county has 139 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,041 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 | 1.4% | 2.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.3% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.2% | 4.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 52 years vs 48 nationally | 1.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 920,239 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 | 1.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.2% |
| Average Bridge Age | 52 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 3,041 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Bulloch County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nevil Denmark RD over Mann Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,960 | 1951 |
| Cypress Lake Road over Dry Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,081 | 1970 |
| I-16 Ebl over Lotts Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 26,500 | 1976 |
| I-16 Wbl over Lotts Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 23,900 | 1976 |
| Rocky Ford Road over Ogeechee River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 1,010 | 1988 |
| I-16 Ebl over Ash Branch | High traffic | Good | 36,200 | 1974 |
| I-16 Ebl over Reed Branch | High traffic | Good | 35,500 | 1974 |
| I-16 Ebl over Luke Swamp Branch | High traffic | Fair | 35,500 | 1974 |
| I-16 Ebl over Tenmile Creek | High traffic | Good | 26,900 | 1977 |
| I-16 Ebl over Little Lotts Creek | High traffic | Fair | 26,500 | 1976 |
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.