US Bridges

I275 over Second Creek

Fair

Knox County, Tennessee · 1.8 M E of SR33 · Structure no. 47I02750013

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
63,125
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I275 over Second Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I275 over Second Creek in Knox County, Tennessee. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 63 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 63,125 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 108,320 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesI275
CrossesSecond Creek
Location1.8 M E of SR33
RouteInterstate 275
CountyKnox County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.99468, -83.95261
Functional classUrban 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 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 rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic63,125 (2021)
Projected traffic108,320 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$694,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I275 over Second Creek built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is I275 over Second 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does I275 over Second Creek carry?

About 63,125 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is I275 over Second Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns I275 over Second Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.