Johnson County Bridge Report Card
Johnson County scores 88 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Johnson County, Tennessee
Johnson County has 109 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 5 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.6% is above the 4.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,783 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Johnson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 88/100 (B). The county has 109 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 5 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,783 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 | 4.6% | 9.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.0% of measured traffic | 0.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 54 years vs 48 nationally | 2.4 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 179,966 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 | 4.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 54 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,783 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Johnson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fas 167 over Doe Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,413 | 1945 |
| Nfa A409 (sa 4624) over Roan Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 160 | 1975 |
| Nfa A375 over Roan Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1962 |
| Nfa A302 over Forge Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 70 | 1978 |
| Nfa A064 over Doe Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 40 | 1975 |
| Fap 34 over Furnace Creek | High traffic | Good | 11,763 | 1954 |
| Fap 34 over Goose Creek | High traffic | Good | 8,381 | 2005 |
| Fap 67 over Goose Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,964 | 2011 |
| Fap 34 over Forge Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,818 | 1954 |
| Fap 34 over Roan Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,818 | 1954 |
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.