Parson Branch Road over Parson Branch
PoorClosed to trafficBlount County, Tennessee · 0.1 Miles from U.S. Route · Structure no. 5460039P0000000
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 1981
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 31 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Parson Branch Road over Parson Branch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Parson Branch Road over Parson Branch in Blount County, Tennessee. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 70 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 1 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2 by 2039. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 11 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Parson Branch Road over Parson Branch built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.
What condition is Parson Branch Road over Parson Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Parson Branch Road over Parson Branch carry?
About 1 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Parson Branch Road over Parson Branch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.6 m) and a deck 11 ft wide.
Who owns Parson Branch Road over Parson Branch?
It is owned by the National Park Service.