US Bridges

Nfa 1829 (sa 5111) over Catheys Creek

Fair

Lewis County, Tennessee · Catheys Creek RD · Structure no. 51S62640003

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
216
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1829 (sa 5111) over Catheys Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 1829 (sa 5111) over Catheys Creek in Lewis County, Tennessee. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 216 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 286 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1829 (sa 5111)
CrossesCatheys Creek
LocationCatheys Creek RD
RouteCounty Highway 1829
CountyLewis County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.59767, -87.37508
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic216 (2021)
Projected traffic286 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$170,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1829 (sa 5111) over Catheys Creek built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1829 (sa 5111) over Catheys 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 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 1829 (sa 5111) over Catheys Creek carry?

About 216 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1829 (sa 5111) over Catheys Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1829 (sa 5111) over Catheys Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.