Calhoun County Bridge Report Card
Calhoun County scores 69 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Calhoun County, Mississippi
Calhoun County has 218 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 23 rated poor and 5 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 10.6% is above the 5.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 14,950 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Calhoun County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 69/100 (D). The county has 218 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 23 in poor condition and 5 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 14,950 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 | 10.6% | 21.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 7.1% of measured traffic | 5.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.3% | 4.6 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 39 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 209,117 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 | 10.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.3% |
| Average Bridge Age | 39 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 14,950 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Calhoun County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR 345 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1962 |
| SR 9 over Yalobusha Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,400 | 1952 |
| SR 9 over Old Yalobusha River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,400 | 1952 |
| SR 9 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,100 | 1952 |
| SR 8 over Shutispear Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,600 | 1952 |
| CR 306 over Unnamed Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 970 | 1957 |
| CR 308 over Relief For Savannah Ck. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 670 | 1957 |
| CR 136 over Old River Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 580 | 1969 |
| SR 32 over Horsepen Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 270 | 1955 |
| CR 314 over Rocky Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 160 | 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.