Cherokee County Bridge Report Card
Cherokee County scores 100 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Cherokee County, Georgia
Cherokee County has 164 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 1.7% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Cherokee County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 100/100 (A). The county has 164 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 40 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 2,319,419 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 | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 40 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Cherokee County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I-75 Nbl over Clark Creek | High traffic | Good | 115,000 | 1976 |
| I-575 (nbl ) over Noonday Creek | High traffic | Good | 105,000 | 1982 |
| I-575 (nbl) over CR 416 Town Lake PKWY | High traffic | Good | 105,000 | 1982 |
| I-575 (sbl) over Sharp Mountain Creek | High traffic | Good | 89,100 | 1985 |
| I-575 (sbl) over Csx Rr - Etowah River | High traffic | Good | 86,500 | 1982 |
| I-575 (nbl) over Little River | High traffic | Good | 86,000 | 1982 |
| I-575 (sbl) over Cr774 Mineral Springs RD | High traffic | Good | 84,100 | 1985 |
| I-575 (sbl) over Gnrr/scott Mill Crk | High traffic | Good | 69,200 | 1977 |
| I-575 (sbl) over SR 140 | High traffic | Good | 69,200 | 1978 |
| I-575 over Toonigh Creek | High traffic | Good | 68,200 | 1983 |
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.