US Bridges

Nfa 2266 (sa 0619) over Jerry Branch

FairPosted for load

Bradley County, Tennessee · 1MI East of SR60 · Structure no. 06022660007

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
29 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
106
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2266 (sa 0619) over Jerry Branch is a steel culvert carrying Nfa 2266 (sa 0619) over Jerry Branch in Bradley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 106 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 117 by 2041. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 2266 (sa 0619)
CrossesJerry Branch
Location1MI East of SR60
RouteCounty Highway 2266
CountyBradley County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.01072, -84.89198
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 inspectionSeptember 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic106 (2021)
Projected traffic117 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$188,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2266 (sa 0619) over Jerry Branch built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2266 (sa 0619) over Jerry Branch 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 2266 (sa 0619) over Jerry Branch carry?

About 106 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2266 (sa 0619) over Jerry Branch?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns Nfa 2266 (sa 0619) over Jerry Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.