Pickens County Bridge Report Card
Pickens County scores 96 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Pickens County, Georgia
Pickens County has 62 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 1.7% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Pickens County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 96/100 (A). The county has 62 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 58 years vs 48 nationally | 4.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 430,650 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 | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 58 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Pickens County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I-575 (sbl) over CR 85 Fairview Road | High traffic | Good | 76,100 | 1985 |
| SR 515 over Polecat Branch | High traffic | Fair | 34,000 | 1981 |
| SR 515 over Town Creek | High traffic | Good | 33,800 | 1981 |
| SR 515 (nbl) over SR 136 | High traffic | Good | 22,400 | 1986 |
| SR 515 over Talking Rock Creek | High traffic | Good | 20,800 | 1986 |
| SR 515 (nbl) over Talona Creek | High traffic | Good | 20,800 | 1986 |
| SR 515 over Hobson Creek | High traffic | Fair | 20,700 | 1984 |
| I-575 (nbl) over CR 85 Fairview Road | High traffic | Good | 18,300 | 1985 |
| SR 53 Business over Town Creek Trib | High traffic | Good | 15,200 | 1935 |
| SR 53 over Hobson Creek | High traffic | Fair | 14,104 | 1937 |
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.