Attala County Bridge Report Card
Attala County scores 84 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Attala County, Mississippi
Attala County has 227 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 12 rated poor and 4 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.3% is at or below the 5.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,550 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Attala County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 84/100 (B). The county has 227 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 12 in poor condition and 4 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,550 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 | 5.3% | 10.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.2% of measured traffic | 1.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.8% | 3.5 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 40 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 158,666 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 | 5.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.8% |
| Average Bridge Age | 40 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 3,550 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Attala County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co. Road 3217 over Braswell Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1962 |
| SR 35 over Sugar Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,900 | 1950 |
| Co. Road 4110 over Bch Of Long Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 180 | 1976 |
| Co. Road 2247 over Bch Yockanookany River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1974 |
| Co. Road 3221 over Relief For Zilpha Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1970 |
| Co. Road 3204 over Relief For Baxter Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1967 |
| SR 411 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1973 |
| Co. Road 3217 over Zilpha Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1969 |
| Co. Road 3217 over Relief For Zilpha Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1974 |
| Co. Road 4153 over Long Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 30 | 1960 |
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.