Webster County Bridge Report Card
Webster County scores 77 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Webster County, Mississippi
Webster County has 179 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 14 rated poor and 5 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.8% is above the 5.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,940 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Webster County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 77/100 (C). The county has 179 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 14 in poor condition and 5 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,940 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 | 7.8% | 15.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.1% of measured traffic | 1.6 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.8% | 5.6 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 40 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 234,110 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 | 7.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.8% |
| Average Bridge Age | 40 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 4,940 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Webster County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 182 over Little Black Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,000 | 1937 |
| Co RD 9 over Unnamed Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 110 | 2003 |
| Co RD 188 over Sun Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1967 |
| Co RD 263 over Bch Of Savannah Ck | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1968 |
| Co RD 252 over Patts Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1975 |
| (sally Rd) Co Rd40 over Patts Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1975 |
| Co RD 14 over Unnamed Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 2001 |
| Co RD 263 over Big Black River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1970 |
| Co RD 263 over Relief For Big Black Riv | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1970 |
| Co RD 9 over Sabougla Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1960 |
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.