Gordon County Bridge Report Card
Gordon County scores 97 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Gordon County, Georgia
Gordon County has 133 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.5% is at or below the 1.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 730 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Gordon County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 97/100 (A). The county has 133 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 730 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 | 1.5% | 3.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.1% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,114,842 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 | 1.5% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 730 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Gordon County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocket Road over Snake Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 680 | 1983 |
| Rock Creek Road over Spring Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1989 |
| I-75 over SR 3 (us 41) | High traffic | Fair | 76,400 | 1962 |
| I-75 over Oostanaula River | High traffic | Fair | 76,400 | 1962 |
| I-75 over M-5616 New Town Road | High traffic | Good | 74,800 | 1963 |
| I-75 over SR 156 | High traffic | Good | 74,800 | 2016 |
| I-75 over M-5621- Csx Rr (340519c) | High traffic | Good | 72,600 | 1962 |
| I-75 over SR 225 | High traffic | Fair | 72,600 | 1963 |
| I-75 over Oothkalooga Creek Trib | High traffic | Fair | 68,100 | 1963 |
| I-75 over Lynn Creek | High traffic | Fair | 68,100 | 1963 |
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.