US Bridges

SR-35 / US-411 over Clear Creek

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Jefferson County, Tennessee · West of Chestnut Hill · Structure no. 45SR0350001

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
67 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,825
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-35 / US-411 over Clear Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR-35 / US-411 over Clear Creek in Jefferson County, Tennessee. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 6,825 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,190 by 2043. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long and 405 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR-35 / US-411
CrossesClear Creek
LocationWest of Chestnut Hill
RouteU.S. Route 411
CountyJefferson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.93228, -83.34812
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 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 rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length67 ft (20.4 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width405 ft (123.4 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,825 (2023)
Projected traffic8,190 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR-35 / US-411 over Clear Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR-35 / US-411 over Clear 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does SR-35 / US-411 over Clear Creek carry?

About 6,825 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR-35 / US-411 over Clear Creek?

The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 405 ft wide.

Who owns SR-35 / US-411 over Clear Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.