SR218 over Birds Creek
GoodHenry County, Tennessee · N of Paris · Structure no. 40SR2180019
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 51 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,621
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR218 over Birds Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR218 over Birds Creek in Henry County, Tennessee. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 1,621 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,594 by 2042. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR218 over Birds Creek built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR218 over Birds 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does SR218 over Birds Creek carry?
About 1,621 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SR218 over Birds Creek?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns SR218 over Birds Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.