White County Bridge Report Card
White County scores 87 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
White County, Tennessee
White County has 69 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 3 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.3% is at or below the 4.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 12,756 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives White County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 87/100 (B). The county has 69 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 3 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 12,756 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 | 4.3% | 8.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 6.4% of measured traffic | 4.8 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 45 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 200,006 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 | 4.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 45 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 12,756 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in White County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fap 111 over SR 1 (us 70s) & Nfa 2727 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 11,754 | 1971 |
| Nfa 1159 (sa 9318) over Hickory Valley Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 533 | 1952 |
| Fas 285 over Calfkiller River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 469 | 1971 |
| Fap 111 over Town Creek | High traffic | Fair | 15,364 | 1975 |
| Fap 111 over SR 111 / Nfa A119 | High traffic | Fair | 13,414 | 1988 |
| Fap 111 over SR 111 / Nfa A119 | High traffic | Fair | 13,414 | 1988 |
| Fap 111 over Post Oak Creek | High traffic | Fair | 13,414 | 1988 |
| Fap 111 over Post Oak Creek | High traffic | Fair | 13,414 | 1988 |
| Fap 111 over Falling Water River | High traffic | Fair | 13,414 | 1988 |
| Fap 111 over Falling Water River | High traffic | Fair | 13,414 | 1988 |
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.