Houston County Bridge Report Card
Houston County scores 96 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Houston County, Georgia
Houston County has 112 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 2 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 Houston County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 96/100 (A). The county has 112 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 2 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 | 1.8% | 3.6 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,571,634 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 | 1.8% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Houston County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I-75 over Big Indian Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 67,800 | 1963 |
| I-75 over Flat Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 57,600 | 1963 |
| I-75 Sbl over South Prong Creek | High traffic | Good | 174,000 | 1963 |
| I-75 Sbl over SR 7 (us 41) | High traffic | Fair | 140,000 | 1963 |
| I-75 Sbl over Mossy Creek | High traffic | Good | 104,000 | 1995 |
| I-75 Nbl over Mossy Creek | High traffic | Good | 71,400 | 1995 |
| I-75 over Ns Railroad | High traffic | Good | 67,800 | 1962 |
| I-75 over SR 7 (us 341)exit136 | High traffic | Fair | 67,800 | 1962 |
| I-75 Nbl over South Prong Creek | High traffic | Good | 57,600 | 1963 |
| I-75 Nbl over SR 7 (us 41) | High traffic | Fair | 56,100 | 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.