US Bridges

I81 over Crider Creek

Fair

Jefferson County, Tennessee · 3.70MI from Hamblen CO LN · Structure no. 45I00810007

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
48,169
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I81 over Crider Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I81 over Crider Creek in Jefferson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 48,169 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 77,070 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesI81
CrossesCrider Creek
Location3.70MI from Hamblen CO LN
RouteInterstate 81
CountyJefferson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.10043, -83.34385
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 inspectionJune 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 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 length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic48,169 (2021)
Projected traffic77,070 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$383,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I81 over Crider Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is I81 over Crider 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 2024.

How much traffic does I81 over Crider Creek carry?

About 48,169 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is I81 over Crider Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I81 over Crider Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.