Holmes County Bridge Report Card
Holmes County scores 77 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Holmes County, Mississippi
Holmes County has 215 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 19 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 8.8% is above the 5.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 10,805 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Holmes County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 77/100 (C). The county has 215 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 19 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 10,805 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 | 8.8% | 17.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 3.0% of measured traffic | 2.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.4% | 2.8 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 37 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 362,645 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 | 8.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.4% |
| Average Bridge Age | 37 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 10,805 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Holmes County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 12 over Moccasin Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,300 | 1933 |
| SR 17 over Gourdvine Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,400 | 1937 |
| SR 433 over Harland Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 350 | 1985 |
| Hebron Road Paved over Williams Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 120 | 1969 |
| Sand Hill Road over Ship Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1973 |
| Providence Road over Spring Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 90 | 1974 |
| Lexington Road over Tacketts Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1973 |
| Yazoo Street over Trib To Big Black River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1950 |
| Fowler Road over Tarrey Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1973 |
| Owens Wells Road over Trib To Tarrey Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1973 |
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.