Nfa 1429 (sa 1004) over Elk River
PoorClosed to trafficCarter County, Tennessee · S of SR159-NEAR State LN · Structure no. 10S25200001
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 228 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 276
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 1429 (sa 1004) over Elk River is a concrete tee beam carrying Nfa 1429 (sa 1004) over Elk River in Carter County, Tennessee. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 0 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 276 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 205 by 2042. The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 | 0 Failed | Out of service and beyond corrective action. |
| Superstructure | 0 Failed | Out of service and beyond corrective action. |
| Substructure | 0 Failed | Out of service and beyond corrective action. |
| Channel and channel protection | 0 Failed | Out of service and beyond corrective action. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa 1429 (sa 1004) over Elk River built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 1429 (sa 1004) over Elk River 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Nfa 1429 (sa 1004) over Elk River carry?
About 276 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 1429 (sa 1004) over Elk River?
The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.7 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa 1429 (sa 1004) over Elk River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.