Nfa A498 over Gee Branch
GoodMcMinn County, Tennessee · 6MI West of I75 · Structure no. 540A4980003
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa A498 over Gee Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa A498 over Gee Branch in McMinn 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 640 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 A498 over Gee Branch built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa A498 over Gee 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Nfa A498 over Gee Branch carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Nfa A498 over Gee Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Nfa A498 over Gee Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.