I81 over Chapel RD (A321)
GoodGreene County, Tennessee · 10.63M.FROM Washington CO · Structure no. 30I00810052
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 116 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 37,804
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I81 over Chapel RD (A321) is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying I81 over Chapel RD (A321) in Greene County, Tennessee. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 37,804 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,064 by 2040. The structure is 116 ft (35.5 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I81 over Chapel RD (A321) built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is I81 over Chapel RD (A321) 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does I81 over Chapel RD (A321) carry?
About 37,804 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is I81 over Chapel RD (A321)?
The structure is 116 ft (35.5 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns I81 over Chapel RD (A321)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.