Nfa A642 over George Creek
PoorPosted for loadCarter County, Tennessee · W of Roan Mtn-S of SR37 · Structure no. 100A6420001
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa A642 over George Creek is a concrete slab carrying Nfa A642 over George Creek in Carter County, Tennessee. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa A642 over George Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa A642 over George Creek 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 2023.
How much traffic does Nfa A642 over George Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Nfa A642 over George Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa A642 over George Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.