Nfa 1898 (sa 2824) over Elk River
GoodGiles County, Tennessee · 2 M NE of Elkton · Structure no. 28018980003
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 447 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 359
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 1898 (sa 2824) over Elk River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1898 (sa 2824) over Elk River in Giles County, Tennessee. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 359 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 574 by 2042. The structure is 447 ft (136.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa 1898 (sa 2824) over Elk River built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 1898 (sa 2824) over Elk River 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa 1898 (sa 2824) over Elk River carry?
About 359 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 1898 (sa 2824) over Elk River?
The structure is 447 ft (136.2 m) long with a longest span of 111 ft (33.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa 1898 (sa 2824) over Elk River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.