US Bridges

I24 over Ewing Creek

Good

Davidson County, Tennessee · In Northeast Davidson Co. · Structure no. 19I00240079

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
29,943
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I24 over Ewing Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I24 over Ewing Creek in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 29,943 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 61,435 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesI24
CrossesEwing Creek
LocationIn Northeast Davidson Co.
RouteInterstate 24
Coordinates36.23383, -86.78522
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,943 (2021)
Projected traffic61,435 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$608,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I24 over Ewing Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is I24 over Ewing Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.

How much traffic does I24 over Ewing Creek carry?

About 29,943 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is I24 over Ewing Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns I24 over Ewing Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.