Wayne County Bridge Report Card
Wayne County scores 82 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Wayne County, Tennessee
Wayne County has 274 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 15 rated poor and 6 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.5% is above the 4.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,518 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Wayne County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 82/100 (B). The county has 274 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 15 in poor condition and 6 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,518 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 | 5.5% | 10.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.9% of measured traffic | 2.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.2% | 4.4 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 39 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 155,942 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 | 5.5% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.2% |
| Average Bridge Age | 39 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 4,518 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Wayne County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fas 203 over Bear Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 436 | 1962 |
| Nfa A252 over Little Shawnette Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 70 | 1970 |
| Natchez Trace Park over County Road | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 960 | 1950 |
| Natchez Trace Park over County Road | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 960 | 1950 |
| Nfa 1786 (sa 9110) over Flippo Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 368 | 1970 |
| Nfa 1765 (sa 9107) over Holly Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 346 | 1960 |
| Nfa 915 (sa 9102) over Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 322 | 1972 |
| Nfa 1763 (sa 9103) over Cypress Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 317 | 1942 |
| Nfa A292 over Stults Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 200 | 1983 |
| Nfa 1776 (sa 9101) over Second Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 115 | 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.