Hardeman County Bridge Report Card
Hardeman County scores 66 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Hardeman County, Tennessee
Hardeman County has 223 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 10 rated poor and 47 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.5% is above the 4.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 22,407 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Hardeman County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 66/100 (D). The county has 223 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 10 in poor condition and 47 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 22,407 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 | 4.5% | 9.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 6.1% of measured traffic | 4.6 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 21.1% | 20.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 45 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 367,309 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 | 4.5% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 21.1% |
| Average Bridge Age | 45 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 22,407 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Hardeman County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fap 15 over Spring Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,658 | 1930 |
| Fap 125 over Spring Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,351 | 1949 |
| Fap 100 over Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,008 | 1961 |
| Fap 100 over Overflow | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,944 | 1964 |
| Fap 100 over Short Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,944 | 1964 |
| Nfa A252 over East Fork Spring Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 70 | 1959 |
| Fap 15 over Overflow | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,658 | 1930 |
| Nfa 2709 over Grays Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 387 | 1962 |
| Fas 125 over Gaylor Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 237 | 1956 |
| Nfa A060 over Overflow | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 150 | 1965 |
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.