Nfa 2132 (sa 3101) over Bells Mill Rd. / I-24
FairGrundy County, Tennessee · 2 M S of Pelham · Structure no. 31I00240007
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 227 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 166
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 2132 (sa 3101) over Bells Mill Rd. / I-24 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Nfa 2132 (sa 3101) over Bells Mill Rd. / I-24 in Grundy County, Tennessee. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 166 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 272 by 2040. The structure is 227 ft (69.2 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa 2132 (sa 3101) over Bells Mill Rd. / I-24 built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 2132 (sa 3101) over Bells Mill Rd. / I-24 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa 2132 (sa 3101) over Bells Mill Rd. / I-24 carry?
About 166 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 2132 (sa 3101) over Bells Mill Rd. / I-24?
The structure is 227 ft (69.2 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa 2132 (sa 3101) over Bells Mill Rd. / I-24?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.