Sequatchie County Bridge Report Card
Sequatchie County scores 82 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Sequatchie County, Tennessee
Sequatchie County has 67 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 6 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 4.4% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Sequatchie County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 82/100 (B). The county has 67 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 6 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 9.0% | 17.9 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 46 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 272,074 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 | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 9.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 46 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Sequatchie County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fap 28 over Hicks Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 5,192 | 1973 |
| Fas 8 over Overflow Of Sequatchie R | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,697 | 1950 |
| Fas 8 over Sequatchie River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,697 | 1950 |
| Nfa A189 over Sequatchie River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 420 | 1973 |
| Nfa A005 (sa 7708) over Big Brush Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 410 | 1967 |
| Nfa 2164 (sa 7703) over Sequatchie River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 384 | 1983 |
| Fap 8 over Coops Creek | High traffic | Fair | 13,963 | 1950 |
| Fap 111 over Sequatchie River | High traffic | Fair | 11,589 | 1990 |
| Fap 111 over Nfa A095 (davis Rd) | High traffic | Good | 11,589 | 1990 |
| Fap 111 over Overflow-big Brush Creek | High traffic | Fair | 11,589 | 1990 |
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.