Lanier County Bridge Report Card
Lanier County scores 97 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Lanier County, Georgia
Lanier County has 28 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 Lanier County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 97/100 (A). The county has 28 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 | 56 years vs 48 nationally | 3.4 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 66,835 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 | 56 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Lanier County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 38 (wbl) US 84 over Alapaha River Overflow | High traffic | Good | 8,030 | 2003 |
| SR 31 - Sr37 - Sr1 over Alapaha River | High traffic | Good | 5,860 | 1990 |
| SR 31 - Sr37 -sr12 over Alapaha River Overflow | High traffic | Good | 5,860 | 1990 |
| SR 31 -sr 37 -sr 1 over Big Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,810 | 1990 |
| SR 38 - US 84 over Alapaha River Trib | High traffic | Good | 4,740 | 1950 |
| SR 38 (ebl) US 84 over Alapaha River Overflow | High traffic | Good | 4,740 | 2002 |
| SR 31 - US 221 over Copeland Branch | High traffic | Fair | 4,080 | 1935 |
| SR 125 over Swamp Creek | High traffic | Good | 3,580 | 1940 |
| SR 122 US 221 over Alapaha River Trib | High traffic | Good | 3,400 | 1934 |
| SR 31 - US 221 over Grand Bay Creek | High traffic | Good | 3,027 | 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.