Pickett County Bridge Report Card
Pickett County scores 81 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Pickett County, Tennessee
Pickett County has 30 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.3% is at or below the 4.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,883 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Pickett County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 81/100 (B). The county has 30 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,883 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 | 3.3% | 6.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 16.7% of measured traffic | 12.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 41 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 29,218 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 | 3.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 41 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 4,883 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Pickett County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fap 111 over Obey River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,883 | 1996 |
| Fap 111 over Wolf River | High traffic | Fair | 4,728 | 1988 |
| Fap 111 over Branch | High traffic | Fair | 4,728 | 1988 |
| Fap 111 over Branch | High traffic | Good | 4,728 | 1988 |
| Fap 28 over Holbert Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,501 | 1983 |
| Fap 28 over Lick Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,501 | 1985 |
| Fas 295 over Wolf River | High traffic | Good | 885 | 1991 |
| Fas 325 over Widow Creek | High traffic | Good | 790 | 1938 |
| Fas 325 over Town Creek | High traffic | Fair | 790 | 1987 |
| Fas 325 over Ringby Creek | High traffic | Good | 790 | 2012 |
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.