Lowndes County Bridge Report Card
Lowndes County scores 97 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Lowndes County, Georgia
Lowndes County has 130 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 710 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Lowndes County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 97/100 (A). The county has 130 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 710 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% | 3.1 |
| 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 | 44 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,313,017 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 | 44 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 710 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Lowndes County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Quitman Road over Csx Railroad | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 540 | 1928 |
| Jumping Gulley RD over Bevel Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 170 | 1972 |
| I-75 over Withlacoochee River | High traffic | Good | 61,900 | 1961 |
| SR 7 @ 33.06n over Tyler Creek | High traffic | Good | 58,800 | 1961 |
| SR 7 @ 36.10n over Franks Creek Trib | High traffic | Good | 58,800 | 1961 |
| SR 7 @ 37.08n I-7 over Franks Creek Trib | High traffic | Good | 58,800 | 1961 |
| I-75 over Mud Creek | High traffic | Good | 56,400 | 1961 |
| I-75 over Csx Railroad | High traffic | Fair | 56,400 | 1961 |
| I-75 over SR 38 (us 84) Exit 16 | High traffic | Good | 56,400 | 1961 |
| I-75 over Franks Creek | High traffic | Good | 55,700 | 1960 |
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.