Wilson County Bridge Report Card
Wilson County scores 78 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Wilson County, Tennessee
Wilson County has 403 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 31 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.7% is above the 4.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 181,358 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Wilson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 78/100 (C). The county has 403 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 31 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 181,358 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 | 7.7% | 15.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 5.3% of measured traffic | 4.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 54 years vs 48 nationally | 2.3 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 3,391,234 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 | 7.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 54 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 181,358 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Wilson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I40 over I40 / SR 26 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 57,395 | 1964 |
| Fap 401 (sr 24) over Barton Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 18,565 | 1932 |
| Fap 26 over Bartons Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 13,563 | 1963 |
| Fap 10 over SR 10 / I-40 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 9,676 | 1965 |
| Fap 26 over Beech Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 9,181 | 1956 |
| Fap 401 (sr 24) over Sinking Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 8,355 | 1931 |
| Fap 26 over Roundlick Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,453 | 1956 |
| Fau 5364 (sa 9506) over Barton Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,354 | 1981 |
| Nfa 1052 (sa 9502) over Suggs Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,217 | 1950 |
| Fap 10 over Hurricane Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,984 | 1955 |
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.