US Bridges

Nfa 2609 (sa 1007) over Buffalo Creek

FairPosted for load

Carter County, Tennessee · S of SR67-NEAR Johnson Ct · Structure no. 10026090001

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,798
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2609 (sa 1007) over Buffalo Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 2609 (sa 1007) over Buffalo Creek in Carter County, Tennessee. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 1,798 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,990 by 2041. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 2609 (sa 1007)
CrossesBuffalo Creek
LocationS of SR67-NEAR Johnson Ct
RouteCounty Highway 2609
CountyCarter County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.29733, -82.29852
Functional classUrban 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating21.4 US tons
Inventory rating16.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 10
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.4 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,798 (2021)
Projected traffic2,990 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$619,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2609 (sa 1007) over Buffalo Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2609 (sa 1007) over Buffalo 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 2609 (sa 1007) over Buffalo Creek carry?

About 1,798 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2609 (sa 1007) over Buffalo Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 2609 (sa 1007) over Buffalo Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.