Panola County Bridge Report Card
Panola County scores 87 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Panola County, Mississippi
Panola County has 231 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 11 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.8% is at or below the 5.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 10,999 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Panola County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 87/100 (B). The county has 231 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 11 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 10,999 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 | 4.8% | 9.5 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.7% of measured traffic | 1.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.9% | 1.7 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 44 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 635,869 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 | 4.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.9% |
| Average Bridge Age | 44 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 10,999 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Panola County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 35 over Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,900 | 1927 |
| US 51 over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,200 | 1940 |
| Curtis Road over Mcivor Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,800 | 1962 |
| Compress Road over Porter Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 720 | 1945 |
| Anthony Road over Kenny Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 90 | 1941 |
| Robinson Road over Bynum Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 70 | 1937 |
| Burdett Road over Crooked Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1976 |
| Westbrook Road over Long Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 55 | 1974 |
| Lucius Taylor RD over Arkabutla Creek Trib. | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 55 | 2000 |
| Broom Road over Branch Of Nelson Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 45 | 1951 |
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.