US Bridges

Nfa 2602 (sa 3717) over Fisher Creek

FairPosted for load

Hawkins County, Tennessee · 5.5 M NE of US11W-SR70 Jc · Structure no. 37026020009

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
685
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2602 (sa 3717) over Fisher Creek is a steel culvert carrying Nfa 2602 (sa 3717) over Fisher Creek in Hawkins County, Tennessee. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 685 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,096 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 2602 (sa 3717)
CrossesFisher Creek
Location5.5 M NE of US11W-SR70 Jc
RouteCounty Highway 2602
CountyHawkins County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.49708, -82.9388
Functional classRural Minor 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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating32.8 US tons
Inventory rating20.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic685 (2021)
Projected traffic1,096 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$262,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2602 (sa 3717) over Fisher Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2602 (sa 3717) over Fisher 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 2602 (sa 3717) over Fisher Creek carry?

About 685 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2602 (sa 3717) over Fisher Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Nfa 2602 (sa 3717) over Fisher Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.