Washington County Bridge Report Card
Washington County scores 91 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Washington County, Tennessee
Washington County has 283 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 9 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.2% is at or below the 4.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 43,272 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Washington County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 91/100 (A). The county has 283 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 9 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 43,272 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 | 3.2% | 6.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.2% of measured traffic | 0.9 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.7% | 1.4 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 49 years vs 48 nationally | 0.5 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 3,603,592 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 | 3.2% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.7% |
| Average Bridge Age | 49 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 43,272 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Washington County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fap 81 over Nolichucky River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,903 | 1959 |
| Nfa 2569 (sa 9004) over Nolichucky River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 776 | 1958 |
| Fap 34 244038w over Csx Railroad | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 27,789 | 1931 |
| Fau 3960 over Csx Railroad | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,462 | 1988 |
| Nfa B435 244046n over Csx Railroad | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 700 | 1970 |
| Nfa B181 over Little Cherokee Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 610 | 1930 |
| Nfa 1352 (sa 9005) over Carson Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 440 | 1950 |
| Nfa 1357 (sa 9007) over Nolichucky River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 402 | 1987 |
| Nfa A912 over Nolichucky River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 190 | 1986 |
| I26 RT LN over SR 354 & Boones Creek | High traffic | Fair | 60,503 | 1969 |
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.