Camden County Bridge Report Card
Camden County scores 92 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Camden County, Georgia
Camden County has 95 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.1% is at or below the 1.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 600 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Camden County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 92/100 (A). The county has 95 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 600 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 | 1.1% | 2.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 3.2% | 6.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,445,558 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 | 1.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 3.2% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 600 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Camden County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borrell BLVD over Borrells Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 600 | 1991 |
| US 17 Ocean HWY over Whiteoak Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 2,350 | 1955 |
| US 17 Ocean HWY over Little Waverly Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 2,350 | 1955 |
| US 17 Ocean HWY over Waverly Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 2,350 | 1955 |
| I-95 (sbl) over Rose Creek Swamp | High traffic | Good | 92,900 | 1972 |
| I-95 (sbl) over Walker Swamp | High traffic | Good | 87,600 | 1972 |
| I-95 (sbl) over Canoe Swamp | High traffic | Good | 87,300 | 1975 |
| I-95 (sbl) over White Oak Creek | High traffic | Good | 87,300 | 1975 |
| I-95 (sbl) over Satilla River | High traffic | Good | 85,800 | 1975 |
| I-95 (sbl) over Crooked River | High traffic | Fair | 82,900 | 1972 |
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.