US Bridges

Nfa 2454 over Byrams Fork Creek

FairPosted for load

Anderson County, Tennessee · 1.8 M NE of SR71-SR170 Jc · Structure no. 01024540001

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
464
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2454 over Byrams Fork Creek is a steel culvert carrying Nfa 2454 over Byrams Fork Creek in Anderson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 464 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 786 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 2454
CrossesByrams Fork Creek
Location1.8 M NE of SR71-SR170 Jc
RouteCounty Highway 2454
CountyAnderson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.17235, -84.00932
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating40.3 US tons
Inventory rating31.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic464 (2021)
Projected traffic786 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$205,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2454 over Byrams Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2454 over Byrams Fork Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 2454 over Byrams Fork Creek carry?

About 464 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2454 over Byrams Fork Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns Nfa 2454 over Byrams Fork Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.