Fentress County Bridge Report Card
Fentress County scores 67 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Fentress County, Tennessee
Fentress County has 55 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 7 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 12.7% is above the 4.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,001 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Fentress County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 67/100 (D). The county has 55 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 7 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,001 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 | 12.7% | 25.5 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 10.4% of measured traffic | 7.8 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 44 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 48,066 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 | 12.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 44 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 5,001 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Fentress County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fas 85 over East Fork Obey River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,981 | 1989 |
| Fap 28 over Wolf River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,438 | 1940 |
| Fap 28 over Caney Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,154 | 1990 |
| Nfa A063 over Rotten Fork Wolf River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 140 | 1939 |
| Fas 325 over Wolf River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 138 | 1984 |
| Nfa A196 (sa 2508) over Rock Castle Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 130 | 1986 |
| Nfa A198 over Rock Castle Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 20 | 1940 |
| Fap 52 over SR 28 | High traffic | Fair | 6,078 | 1990 |
| Fas 296 over Branch | High traffic | Fair | 4,289 | 1929 |
| Fas 296 over Crooked Creek | High traffic | Fair | 4,289 | 1938 |
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.