Murray County Bridge Report Card
Murray County scores 60 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Murray County, Georgia
Murray County has 82 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 13 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 15.9% is above the 1.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 8,879 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Murray County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 60/100 (D). The county has 82 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 13 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 8,879 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 | 15.9% | 31.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 4.1% of measured traffic | 3.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 60 years vs 48 nationally | 4.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 218,196 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 | 15.9% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 60 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 8,879 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Murray County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 76/sr 282 over Rock Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,980 | 1910 |
| Cool Springs RD over Csx Railroad (340672t) | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,640 | 1966 |
| Old US 411 over Willbanks Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 740 | 1921 |
| Old US 411 over Coosawattee River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 740 | 1928 |
| Loughridge Road over Mill Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 340 | 1922 |
| Dennis Mill Road over Rock Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 323 | 1933 |
| Ccc Camp Road over Emery Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 290 | 1934 |
| Hawkins Road over Sumac Creek Trib | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 260 | 1987 |
| Hawkins Road over Sumac Creek Trib | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 210 | 1987 |
| Old SR 2 over Conasauga River Trib. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 160 | 1932 |
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.