US Bridges

Nfa 2209 over Middle Creek

Good

Hamilton County, Tennessee · North End of City · Structure no. 33022090001

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,821
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2209 over Middle Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 2209 over Middle Creek in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 2,821 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,664 by 2040. The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesNfa 2209
CrossesMiddle Creek
LocationNorth End of City
RouteCity Street 2209
Coordinates35.15215, -85.35007
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,821 (2021)
Projected traffic1,664 by 2040
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2209 over Middle Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2209 over Middle 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 2209 over Middle Creek carry?

About 2,821 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2209 over Middle Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Nfa 2209 over Middle Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.