US Bridges

Nfa 2202 (sa 1814) over Pokepatch Creek

Poor

Cumberland County, Tennessee · South of US70 · Structure no. 18022020003

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
651
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2202 (sa 1814) over Pokepatch Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 2202 (sa 1814) over Pokepatch Creek in Cumberland County, Tennessee. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 651 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,042 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 2202 (sa 1814)
CrossesPokepatch Creek
LocationSouth of US70
RouteCounty Highway 2202
CountyCumberland County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.94998, -85.21357
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic651 (2021)
Projected traffic1,042 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$254,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2202 (sa 1814) over Pokepatch Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2202 (sa 1814) over Pokepatch 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 2202 (sa 1814) over Pokepatch Creek carry?

About 651 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2202 (sa 1814) over Pokepatch Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Nfa 2202 (sa 1814) over Pokepatch Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.