Kemper County Bridge Report Card
Kemper County scores 90 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Kemper County, Mississippi
Kemper County has 211 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 7 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.3% is at or below the 5.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,250 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Kemper County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 90/100 (A). The county has 211 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 7 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,250 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 | 3.3% | 6.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.0% of measured traffic | 1.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.9% | 1.9 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 34 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 160,832 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 | 3.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.9% |
| Average Bridge Age | 34 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 3,250 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Kemper County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 39 over Pawticfaw Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,700 | 1950 |
| Old Jackson Road over Snoody Ck Relief | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,100 | 1996 |
| Bethel Church RD over Tompeat Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 120 | 1999 |
| Warren Town Road over Parker Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 110 | 1967 |
| Enondale Road over Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 90 | 2004 |
| Shiloh Church Rd. over Branch Of Pawticfaw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 80 | 1953 |
| Newell Road over Sucarnoochee Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1997 |
| Gholson RD over Straight Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 100 | 1983 |
| Dozier RD over Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 80 | 1985 |
| US 45 over Stream | High traffic | Good | 5,400 | 1986 |
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.