US Bridges

Nfa A088 over Clinch River

Fair

Anderson County, Tennessee · 1.5 M W of Norris · Structure no. 010A0880003

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
477 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,670
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa A088 over Clinch River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa A088 over Clinch River in Anderson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 1,670 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,672 by 2042. The structure is 477 ft (145.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa A088
CrossesClinch River
Location1.5 M W of Norris
RouteCounty Highway 88
CountyAnderson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.2079, -84.10845
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length477 ft (145.4 m)
Longest span119 ft (36.4 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,670 (2020)
Projected traffic2,672 by 2042
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa A088 over Clinch River built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa A088 over Clinch River 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 A088 over Clinch River carry?

About 1,670 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Nfa A088 over Clinch River?

The structure is 477 ft (145.4 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa A088 over Clinch River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.