Nfa E218 over Branch
GoodKnox County, Tennessee · Beaver Cr. Dr.-N of SR62 · Structure no. 470E2180001
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,803
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa E218 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa E218 over Branch in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older 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 5,803 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,816 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 Nfa E218 over Branch built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa E218 over Branch 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa E218 over Branch carry?
About 5,803 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Nfa E218 over Branch?
The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa E218 over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.