US Bridges

I40 over N. Fork Big Beaver Creek

Fair

Henderson County, Tennessee · 2 MI N Poplar Corner RD · Structure no. 39I00400009

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
32,747
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I40 over N. Fork Big Beaver Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I40 over N. Fork Big Beaver Creek in Henderson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1965, 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 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 32,747 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,664 by 2040. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long and 146 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.9 mi (106 km).

Location

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CarriesI40
CrossesN. Fork Big Beaver Creek
Location2 MI N Poplar Corner RD
RouteInterstate 40
CountyHenderson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.77531, -88.4312
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length28 ft (8.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width146 ft (44.6 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic32,747 (2021)
Projected traffic55,664 by 2040
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed65.9 mi (106 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$440,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I40 over N. Fork Big Beaver Creek built?

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

What condition is I40 over N. Fork Big Beaver 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does I40 over N. Fork Big Beaver Creek carry?

About 32,747 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is I40 over N. Fork Big Beaver Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 146 ft wide.

Who owns I40 over N. Fork Big Beaver Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.