Monroe County Bridge Report Card
Monroe County scores 92 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Monroe County, Georgia
Monroe County has 90 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.2% is above the 1.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 6,030 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Monroe County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 92/100 (A). The county has 90 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 6,030 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 | 2.2% | 4.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.5% of measured traffic | 0.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 56 years vs 48 nationally | 3.1 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,192,904 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 | 2.2% |
| 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 | 6,030 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Monroe County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 83 over Lee Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,320 | 1958 |
| SR 42 over Tobesofkee Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,710 | 1937 |
| I-75 over Little Deer Creek | High traffic | Good | 97,000 | 1961 |
| I-75 over Deer Creek | High traffic | Good | 95,700 | 1958 |
| I-75 over SR 83 | High traffic | Good | 93,200 | 1989 |
| I-75 Sbl over Red Creek Trib | High traffic | Good | 90,500 | 1966 |
| I-75 Sbl over Red Creek | High traffic | Fair | 90,500 | 1966 |
| I-75 Nbl over Red Creek | High traffic | Fair | 90,500 | 1966 |
| I-75 over Rocky Creek | High traffic | Fair | 90,500 | 1966 |
| I-75 over SR 42 | High traffic | Fair | 90,500 | 1968 |
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.