Stewart County Bridge Report Card
Stewart County scores 96 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Stewart County, Tennessee
Stewart County has 169 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.6% is at or below the 4.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 300 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Stewart County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 96/100 (A). The county has 169 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 300 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 | 0.6% | 1.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.2% | 2.4 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 49 years vs 48 nationally | 0.3 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 162,635 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 | 0.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.2% |
| Average Bridge Age | 49 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 300 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Stewart County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rendezvous Road over Piney Fork Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 300 | 1993 |
| Fas 120 over Saline Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,119 | 1975 |
| Fas 232 over Standing Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 915 | 1959 |
| Fap 76 over Cumberland River | High traffic | Fair | 10,317 | 1987 |
| Fap 76 over Cumberland River Overflo | High traffic | Fair | 10,317 | 1987 |
| Fap 76 over Hinson Creek | High traffic | Fair | 9,005 | 1981 |
| Fap 76 over Indian Creek | High traffic | Good | 9,005 | 1984 |
| Fap 76 over Branch | High traffic | Good | 8,660 | 2006 |
| Fap 76 over Branch | High traffic | Fair | 8,511 | 1958 |
| Fap 76 over Spring Branch | High traffic | Good | 8,511 | 1958 |
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.