US Bridges

Nfa 2153 (sa 5801) over Dry Creek

PoorClosed to traffic

Marion County, Tennessee · 5.9 MI SW JCT SR27&SR156 · Structure no. 58021530003

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
60 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
93
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2153 (sa 5801) over Dry Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Nfa 2153 (sa 5801) over Dry Creek in Marion County, Tennessee. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 0 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 93 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 149 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 2153 (sa 5801)
CrossesDry Creek
Location5.9 MI SW JCT SR27&SR156
RouteCity Street 2153
CountyMarion County
StateTennessee
Coordinates34.99893, -85.80718
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert0 FailedOut of service and beyond corrective action.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating9.3 US tons
Inventory rating6.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic93 (2021)
Projected traffic149 by 2042
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$371,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2153 (sa 5801) over Dry Creek built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2153 (sa 5801) over Dry Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 2153 (sa 5801) over Dry Creek carry?

About 93 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2153 (sa 5801) over Dry Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m).

Who owns Nfa 2153 (sa 5801) over Dry Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.