US Bridges

Nfa 2578 (sa 3003) over Cedar Creek

FairPosted for load

Greene County, Tennessee · 3.5 M NW of SR70-SR351 Jc · Structure no. 30025780003

Built
1920
105 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
41 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,390
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2578 (sa 3003) over Cedar Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 2578 (sa 3003) over Cedar Creek in Greene County, Tennessee. It was built in 1920 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 105 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,390 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,086 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 2578 (sa 3003)
CrossesCedar Creek
Location3.5 M NW of SR70-SR351 Jc
RouteCounty Highway 2578
CountyGreene County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.05947, -82.91084
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating27.8 US tons
Inventory rating17.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length41 ft (12.6 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.4 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,390 (2021)
Projected traffic2,086 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$695,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2578 (sa 3003) over Cedar Creek built?

It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is Nfa 2578 (sa 3003) over Cedar Creek 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 2578 (sa 3003) over Cedar Creek carry?

About 1,390 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2578 (sa 3003) over Cedar Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 2578 (sa 3003) over Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.