I40 over Nfa 1242
PoorCocke County, Tennessee · In Hartford · Structure no. 15I00400035
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 121 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,058
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I40 over Nfa 1242 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying I40 over Nfa 1242 in Cocke County, Tennessee. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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.
It carries about 29,058 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,493 by 2042. The structure is 121 ft (37 m) long and 90 ft wide.
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I40 over Nfa 1242 built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is I40 over Nfa 1242 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does I40 over Nfa 1242 carry?
About 29,058 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is I40 over Nfa 1242?
The structure is 121 ft (37 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.3 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.
Who owns I40 over Nfa 1242?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.