Montgomery County Bridge Report Card
Montgomery County scores 94 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Montgomery County, Mississippi
Montgomery County has 170 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.2% is at or below the 5.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 152 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Montgomery County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 94/100 (A). The county has 170 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 152 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 | 1.2% | 2.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.1% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.8% | 3.5 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 36 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 242,877 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 | 1.2% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.8% |
| Average Bridge Age | 36 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 152 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Montgomery County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Road over Little Bogue Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 120 | 1991 |
| Quitman Street over Ditch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 32 | 1960 |
| Hwy. 404 over Mouse Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 320 | 1991 |
| Dividing Ridge RD over Eskridge Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 160 | 1962 |
| Herring School Rd. over East Fork Lewis Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 60 | 1991 |
| I 55 over Gum Branch Road | High traffic | Fair | 7,500 | 1965 |
| I 55 over Gum Branch Road | High traffic | Fair | 7,500 | 1965 |
| I 55 over Caney Creek | High traffic | Good | 7,500 | 1965 |
| I 55 over Caney Creek | High traffic | Good | 7,500 | 1965 |
| I 55 over Bluff Springs Road | High traffic | Fair | 7,500 | 1965 |
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.