Gilmer County Bridge Report Card
Gilmer County scores 91 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Gilmer County, Georgia
Gilmer County has 99 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 3 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.0% is above the 1.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 8,140 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Gilmer County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 91/100 (A). The county has 99 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 3 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 8,140 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 | 3.0% | 6.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.0% of measured traffic | 1.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 52 years vs 48 nationally | 1.5 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 416,192 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 | 3.0% |
| 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 | 8,140 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Gilmer County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 52 over Licklog Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,490 | 1940 |
| North Main Street over Ellijay River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,610 | 1929 |
| Old Bucktown RD over Tickanetley Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1978 |
| US 76 over SR 52- Cartecay River | High traffic | Good | 22,200 | 1982 |
| SR 515 (nbl) over CR 234- Csx Railroad | High traffic | Good | 19,800 | 1982 |
| SR 515 - US 76 (nb over Big Turniptown Creek | High traffic | Fair | 19,100 | 1928 |
| SR 515 - US 76 over Little Turniptown Creek | High traffic | Fair | 19,100 | 1928 |
| SR 515 - US 76 (nb over Ellijay River Trib. | High traffic | Good | 19,100 | 1935 |
| SR 515 (sbl) over CR 234- Csx Railroad | High traffic | Good | 19,000 | 1982 |
| SR 515 - US 76 (nb over CR 258- Rock Creek | High traffic | Fair | 19,000 | 1989 |
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.