Lincoln County Bridge Report Card
Lincoln County scores 88 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Lincoln County, Mississippi
Lincoln County has 355 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 18 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.1% is at or below the 5.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,920 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Lincoln County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 88/100 (B). The county has 355 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 18 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,920 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 | 5.1% | 10.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.7% of measured traffic | 0.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.6% | 1.1 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 39 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 691,933 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 | 5.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.6% |
| Average Bridge Age | 39 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 4,920 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Lincoln County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old HWY 51 NE over Clear Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,400 | 1937 |
| Callender RD NE over Trib E Bogue Chitto Riv | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 350 | 1970 |
| Wallace DR SW over Allbritton Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1998 |
| Mission Hill RD NE over Tributary Bahala Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 90 | 1989 |
| Cole Drive SE over Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 90 | 1990 |
| Brenckenridge LN over Doolittle Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 90 | 2000 |
| Gene RD SW over Tributary Panther Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 80 | 1965 |
| Butler LN SW over Trib Hurricane Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 80 | 1972 |
| Pillars Tr SE over Myers Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 80 | 1991 |
| Mccoy Lane NE over Trib E Bogue Chitto Riv | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 80 | 1996 |
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.