Jackson County Bridge Report Card
Jackson County scores 92 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Jackson County, Tennessee
Jackson County has 131 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 4 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.1% is at or below the 4.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,961 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Jackson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 92/100 (A). The county has 131 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 4 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,961 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 | 3.1% | 6.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.3% of measured traffic | 1.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 84,245 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 | 3.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,961 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Jackson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fap 262 over Bullard Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,388 | 1949 |
| Fas 262 over East Fork Wartrace Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 523 | 1954 |
| Nfa A207 over Blackburn Fork Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1940 |
| Nfa A021 over Wartrace Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 1970 |
| Fap 56 over Doe Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,544 | 1963 |
| Fap 56 over Doe Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,544 | 1963 |
| Fap 56 over Doe Creek | High traffic | Fair | 5,544 | 1963 |
| Fas 290 over Bowman Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,480 | 1998 |
| Fap 56 over Doe Creek | High traffic | Fair | 5,424 | 1972 |
| Fap 56 over Gibson Hollow Branch | High traffic | Good | 5,424 | 1972 |
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.