Nfa 1279 (sa 5321) over Hope Creek
FairLoudon County, Tennessee · 6 M. N. Lenoir City. · Structure no. 530A0860001
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 879
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 1279 (sa 5321) over Hope Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 1279 (sa 5321) over Hope Creek in Loudon County, Tennessee. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 6 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 879 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,406 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa 1279 (sa 5321) over Hope Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 1279 (sa 5321) over Hope 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa 1279 (sa 5321) over Hope Creek carry?
About 879 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 1279 (sa 5321) over Hope Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Nfa 1279 (sa 5321) over Hope Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.