US Bridges

I75 over Wolftever Creek

Good

Hamilton County, Tennessee · 0.3 MI South of SR2 · Structure no. 33I00750063

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
321 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
82,555
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I75 over Wolftever Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I75 over Wolftever Creek in Hamilton County, Tennessee. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 82,555 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 112,208 by 2040. The structure is 321 ft (97.7 m) long and 156 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesI75
CrossesWolftever Creek
Location0.3 MI South of SR2
RouteInterstate 75
Coordinates35.08432, -85.07285
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating93.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length321 ft (97.7 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.5 m)
Deck width156 ft (47.5 m)
Roadway width154 ft (46.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic82,555 (2021)
Projected traffic112,208 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$9.1 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I75 over Wolftever Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is I75 over Wolftever 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does I75 over Wolftever Creek carry?

About 82,555 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is I75 over Wolftever Creek?

The structure is 321 ft (97.7 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.5 m) and a deck 156 ft wide.

Who owns I75 over Wolftever Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.