Hancock County Bridge Report Card
Hancock County scores 96 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Hancock County, Tennessee
Hancock County has 62 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.6% is at or below the 4.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 153 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Hancock County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 96/100 (A). The county has 62 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 153 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 | 1.6% | 3.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.4% of measured traffic | 0.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 39 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 35,961 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 | 1.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 39 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 153 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Hancock County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nfa 1332 (sa 3403) over Mulberry Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 153 | 1952 |
| Fap 33 over Greasy Rock Creek | High traffic | Good | 3,869 | 2024 |
| Fas 66 over Clinch River | High traffic | Good | 3,348 | 1999 |
| Fap 31 over Stoney Fork Creek | High traffic | Fair | 2,675 | 1959 |
| Fap 31 over Branch | High traffic | Good | 2,675 | 1989 |
| Fap 31 over Duck Creek | High traffic | Fair | 2,675 | 1989 |
| Fap 31 over Big War Creek | High traffic | Fair | 2,675 | 1999 |
| Fap 31 over Wilder Branch | High traffic | Good | 2,675 | 2000 |
| Fap 33 over East Fork Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,146 | 1973 |
| Fap 33 over Branch | High traffic | Fair | 1,146 | 1986 |
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.