Obion County Bridge Report Card
Obion County scores 77 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Obion County, Tennessee
Obion County has 381 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 11 rated poor and 30 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.9% is at or below the 4.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 11,022 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Obion County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 77/100 (C). The county has 381 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 11 in poor condition and 30 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 11,022 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 | 2.9% | 5.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.3% of measured traffic | 1.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 7.9% | 15.7 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 42 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 821,239 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 | 2.9% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 7.9% |
| Average Bridge Age | 42 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 11,022 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Obion County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fap 22 over North Reelfoot Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,130 | 1953 |
| Nfa A022 over South Reelfoot Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 150 | 2008 |
| Fap 43 over Harris Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,784 | 1929 |
| Nfa B100 over Obion R. Drainage Canel | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,380 | 1928 |
| Nfa B100 over Overflow | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,380 | 1928 |
| Nfa B100 over Overflow | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,380 | 1928 |
| Nfa 1433 (sa 6602) over Browns Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 650 | 1958 |
| Nfa 1528 (sa 6616) over Davidson Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 608 | 1975 |
| Nfa A153 over Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 340 | 1975 |
| Nfa A431 over Overflow | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 170 | 1970 |
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.