Clinch County Bridge Report Card
Clinch County scores 96 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Clinch County, Georgia
Clinch County has 74 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.4% is at or below the 1.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 160 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Clinch County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 96/100 (A). The county has 74 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 160 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% | 2.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 51 years vs 48 nationally | 1.4 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 105,858 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 | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 51 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 160 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Clinch County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 202 Withers Roa over Suwannoochee Creek Trib | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 160 | 1957 |
| US 84 SR 38 (wbl) over Peters Branch | High traffic | Good | 9,270 | 2017 |
| US 84 SR 38 over Cane Creek | High traffic | Good | 8,920 | 2018 |
| US 84 SR 38 over Little Suwanee Creek | High traffic | Good | 6,750 | 2018 |
| US 84 SR 38 over Woodyard Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,160 | 2017 |
| US 84 SR 38 over Woodyard Crk Overflow | High traffic | Good | 5,160 | 2017 |
| US 84 SR 38 over Woodyard Creek Overflow | High traffic | Good | 5,160 | 2018 |
| US 84 SR 38 (ebl) over Peters Branch | High traffic | Good | 5,160 | 2018 |
| US 84 SR 38 over Cane Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,160 | 2018 |
| US 84 SR 38 (ebl) over Box Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,940 | 2018 |
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.