Pearl River County Bridge Report Card
Pearl River County scores 88 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Pearl River County, Mississippi
Pearl River County has 230 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 5 rated poor and 5 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.2% is at or below the 5.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 26,850 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Pearl River County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 88/100 (B). The county has 230 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 5 in poor condition and 5 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 26,850 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 | 2.2% | 4.3 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 4.5% of measured traffic | 3.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.2% | 4.3 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 39 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 603,285 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 | 2.2% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.2% |
| Average Bridge Age | 39 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 26,850 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Pearl River County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 11 over Hobolochitto Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 15,000 | 1948 |
| US 11 over Alligator Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 9,100 | 1924 |
| US 11 over Big Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,600 | 1937 |
| Ashe Road over Fords Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 90 | 1988 |
| Frank Seal Road over Parker Bayou | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1964 |
| Henleyfield-mcneil over Hobolochitto Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,250 | 1985 |
| Savanna Millard RD over Jumpoff Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 1,200 | 1978 |
| Oak Hill/fords Ck over Whitesand CR | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 820 | 1995 |
| Mcneil Steep Hollw over Hobolochitto Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 560 | 1985 |
| Mcneil Mchenry RD over Wolf River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 400 | 1987 |
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.