Echols County Bridge Report Card
Echols County scores 98 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Echols County, Georgia
Echols County has 41 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 Echols County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 98/100 (A). The county has 41 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 | 52 years vs 48 nationally | 1.7 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 31,276 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 | 52 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Echols County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 94 over Alapaha River Overflow | High traffic | Good | 3,070 | 1989 |
| SR 94 over Alapaha River Overflow | High traffic | Good | 3,070 | 1989 |
| SR 94 over Alapaha River Overflow | High traffic | Good | 3,070 | 1989 |
| SR 94 over Alapaha River | High traffic | Good | 3,070 | 1989 |
| SR 376 over Alapohoochee River | High traffic | Good | 1,930 | 2024 |
| J. Frank Culpepper over Enoch Creek | High traffic | Good | 1,500 | 2024 |
| US 129 over Cow Creek | High traffic | Good | 1,420 | 1991 |
| US 129 SR 11 over Alapaha River Trib | High traffic | Good | 1,380 | 1938 |
| US 129 over Ga Southern Railroad | High traffic | Fair | 1,160 | 1939 |
| US 129 over Pindar Creek | High traffic | Good | 1,160 | 1991 |
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.