Nfa A018 over Blue Springs Branch
GoodMcMinn County, Tennessee · 0.25 Mi. N of SR-30 · Structure no. 540A0180001
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,885
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa A018 over Blue Springs Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa A018 over Blue Springs Branch in McMinn County, Tennessee. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 5,885 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,896 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa A018 over Blue Springs Branch built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa A018 over Blue Springs 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Nfa A018 over Blue Springs Branch carry?
About 5,885 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Nfa A018 over Blue Springs Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Nfa A018 over Blue Springs Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.