Newton County Bridge Report Card
Newton County scores 95 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Newton County, Georgia
Newton County has 99 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.0% is above the 1.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 8,170 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Newton County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 95/100 (A). The county has 99 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 8,170 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 | 2.0% | 4.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.7% of measured traffic | 0.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 46 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,132,920 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 | 2.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 46 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 8,170 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Newton County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 212 over Lake Jackson(ocmulgee R) | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,260 | 1964 |
| Dial Mill Road over Little Haynes Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,910 | 1970 |
| I-20 over Yellow River | High traffic | Fair | 77,200 | 1964 |
| I-20 over I-20 Ramp To SR 12 | High traffic | Good | 60,000 | 1964 |
| I-20 over CR 55 Atlanta St- Csx Rr | High traffic | Good | 60,000 | 1964 |
| I-20 over E Fork Dried Indian Crk | High traffic | Good | 60,000 | 1964 |
| I-20 Ebl over Csx Railroad | High traffic | Good | 53,900 | 1964 |
| I-20 over Alcovy Road | High traffic | Good | 53,900 | 2009 |
| I-20 Ebl over Alcovy River Trib | High traffic | Good | 53,200 | 1964 |
| I-20 Ebl over Alcovy River | High traffic | Good | 53,200 | 1964 |
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.