US Bridges

Nfa 2199 (sa 3301) over Black Creek

Good

Hamilton County, Tennessee · 1 MI East of I24 · Structure no. 33021990001

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,735
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2199 (sa 3301) over Black Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 2199 (sa 3301) over Black Creek in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 60 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 2,735 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,288 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesNfa 2199 (sa 3301)
CrossesBlack Creek
Location1 MI East of I24
RouteCity Street 2199
Coordinates35.0052, -85.37822
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width59 ft (18 m)
Roadway width46 ft (13.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,735 (2021)
Projected traffic4,288 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2199 (sa 3301) over Black Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is Nfa 2199 (sa 3301) over Black 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 2199 (sa 3301) over Black Creek carry?

About 2,735 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2199 (sa 3301) over Black Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 2199 (sa 3301) over Black Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.