Laurens County Bridge Report Card
Laurens County scores 91 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Laurens County, Georgia
Laurens County has 169 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 6 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.6% is above the 1.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,498 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Laurens County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 91/100 (A). The county has 169 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 6 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,498 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 | 3.6% | 7.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.3% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 53 years vs 48 nationally | 2.1 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 784,239 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 | 3.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 53 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,498 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Laurens County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N. Franklin Street over Hunger & Hardship Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,350 | 1936 |
| Chicken Road over Marc Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 370 | 1950 |
| Old Hawkinsville R over Turkey Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 330 | 1980 |
| Lord Road over Rocky Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 230 | 1950 |
| Fordham Road over Lime Sink Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 158 | 1950 |
| Chic Inn Road over Lime Sink Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1950 |
| I-16 (ebl) over Oconee River Overflow | High traffic | Fair | 26,200 | 1963 |
| I-16 (ebl) over Oconee River Overflow | High traffic | Fair | 26,200 | 1963 |
| I-16 (ebl) over Oconee River | High traffic | Good | 26,200 | 1963 |
| I-16 (ebl) over Sandy Drain Branch | High traffic | Good | 26,200 | 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.