Perry County Bridge Report Card
Perry County scores 95 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Perry County, Mississippi
Perry County has 163 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 4 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 5.8% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Perry County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 95/100 (A). The county has 163 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 4 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.5% | 4.9 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 35 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 227,000 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 | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.5% |
| Average Bridge Age | 35 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Perry County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wingate Road over Relief Channel | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 860 | 2004 |
| Buck Creek Road over Buck Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 740 | 2001 |
| Hintonville Road over Gaines Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 350 | 1973 |
| Arlington Road over Thompson Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 190 | 1954 |
| US 98 over Stream | High traffic | Good | 15,000 | 1994 |
| US 98 over Stream | High traffic | Good | 15,000 | 1994 |
| US 98 over Little Creek | High traffic | Fair | 10,000 | 1968 |
| SR 15 over Stream | High traffic | Good | 8,900 | 1940 |
| SR 42 over Tallahalla Creek | High traffic | Good | 6,400 | 2023 |
| US 98 over Caraway Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,500 | 1988 |
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.