Nfa 1686 (sa 1213) over S. Fk. Forked Deer River
FairChester County, Tennessee · 1.6 MI SE JCT SR100&SR200 · Structure no. 12S81640003
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 242 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 296
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 1686 (sa 1213) over S. Fk. Forked Deer River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1686 (sa 1213) over S. Fk. Forked Deer River in Chester County, Tennessee. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 296 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 397 by 2041. The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa 1686 (sa 1213) over S. Fk. Forked Deer River built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 1686 (sa 1213) over S. Fk. Forked Deer River 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Nfa 1686 (sa 1213) over S. Fk. Forked Deer River carry?
About 296 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 1686 (sa 1213) over S. Fk. Forked Deer River?
The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa 1686 (sa 1213) over S. Fk. Forked Deer River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.