Marshall County Bridge Report Card
Marshall County scores 78 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Marshall County, Mississippi
Marshall County has 255 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 19 rated poor and 8 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.5% is above the 5.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 12,645 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Marshall County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 78/100 (C). The county has 255 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 19 in poor condition and 8 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 12,645 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 | 7.5% | 14.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.4% of measured traffic | 1.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 3.1% | 6.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 32 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 888,950 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 | 7.5% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 3.1% |
| Average Bridge Age | 32 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 12,645 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Marshall County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 178 over Victoria Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,400 | 1936 |
| SR 178 over Victoria Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,400 | 1936 |
| SR 178 over Spring Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,500 | 1938 |
| SR 178 over Relief | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,500 | 1938 |
| SR 178 over Spring Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,500 | 1938 |
| SR 178 over Spring Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,500 | 1938 |
| Marianna Road over Over Pigeon Roost Ck | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 370 | 1967 |
| Chulahoma Road over Dry Fork Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 290 | 1991 |
| SR 313 over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1917 |
| Bethlehem Road over Over Big Spring Ck | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1959 |
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.