What this tracks
This dataset records the structural condition of bridges across Tennessee as inspected in 2022, including ownership and age details.
Why it matters to you
If you regularly commute over a rural bridge in Anderson County, this data tells you whether it’s rated “Poor” and might delay emergency vehicles. Small trucking businesses can check OVERALL_CONDITION before routing heavy loads through specific counties. Residents near aging bridges (like the 1985-built example) can anticipate construction delays when contacting their county highway agency about repairs.
How to read this data
COUNTY — Where the bridge is located, like “Anderson”
OVERALL_CONDITION — Safety rating: “Good” (minor issues), “Fair” (some wear), or “Poor” (significant damage)
YEAR_BUILT — Construction year (e.g., 1985), which helps estimate remaining lifespan
OWNER — Managing agency, such as “COUNTY HIGHWAY AGENCY” for local reporting
Try it yourself
Look up bridges on your regular commute route by searching Tennessee’s bridge map with the ROUTE_NUMBER and LOG_MILE values from this dataset.