Lawrence County Bridge Report Card
Lawrence County scores 97 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Lawrence County, Mississippi
Lawrence County has 133 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 5.8% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Lawrence County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 97/100 (A). The county has 133 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.5% | 3.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 37 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 95,650 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 | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.5% |
| Average Bridge Age | 37 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Lawrence County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East St. Stephens over Silver Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 300 | 1979 |
| River Road over White Sand Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 109 | 1913 |
| US 84 over Relief | High traffic | Good | 5,500 | 2007 |
| SR 27 over Unnamed Stream | High traffic | Good | 3,500 | 1963 |
| SR 27 over Fair River | High traffic | Fair | 3,300 | 1959 |
| SR 27 over Bear Creek | High traffic | Fair | 3,300 | 1959 |
| SR 184 over Town Branch | High traffic | Good | 2,800 | 1937 |
| SR 184 over Pearl River Relief | High traffic | Fair | 2,800 | 1937 |
| SR 184 over Pearl River | High traffic | Fair | 2,800 | 1937 |
| Fe Sellers Mem HWY over Halls Creek | High traffic | Fair | 2,400 | 1950 |
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.