Tattnall County Bridge Report Card
Tattnall County scores 96 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Tattnall County, Georgia
Tattnall County has 72 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.4% is at or below the 1.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 170 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Tattnall County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 96/100 (A). The county has 72 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 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 | 1.4% | 2.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.1% of measured traffic | 0.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 49 years vs 48 nationally | 0.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 118,807 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 | 1.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 1.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 49 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 170 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Tattnall County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillview Road over Canoochee River Trib | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 170 | 1955 |
| US 25 over S Prong Beards Creek | High traffic | Good | 7,060 | 1987 |
| US 25 over Mill Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,810 | 1988 |
| SR 23 over Thomas Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,340 | 1997 |
| SR 196 over Beards Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,660 | 1999 |
| SR 196 over Brickyard Branch | High traffic | Good | 4,600 | 1956 |
| SR 23 over Battle Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,490 | 1993 |
| US 280 SR 30 over Mill Creek | High traffic | Fair | 4,040 | 1936 |
| US 280/ SR 30 over Ohoopee River | High traffic | Good | 4,040 | 1992 |
| US 280 over Brazells Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,040 | 1992 |
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.