US Bridges

Nfa 2207 (sa 3330) over Long Savannah Creek

Fair

Hamilton County, Tennessee · 2 MI East of SR 58 · Structure no. 33022070003

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
140 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,613
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2207 (sa 3330) over Long Savannah Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 2207 (sa 3330) over Long Savannah Creek in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 85 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 3,613 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,781 by 2042. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesNfa 2207 (sa 3330)
CrossesLong Savannah Creek
Location2 MI East of SR 58
RouteCounty Highway 2207
Coordinates35.15723, -85.06088
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,613 (2021)
Projected traffic5,781 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2207 (sa 3330) over Long Savannah Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is Nfa 2207 (sa 3330) over Long Savannah 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 2207 (sa 3330) over Long Savannah Creek carry?

About 3,613 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2207 (sa 3330) over Long Savannah Creek?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 2207 (sa 3330) over Long Savannah Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.