US Bridges

Nfa 2271 (sa 6108) over Coldwater Branch

Good

Meigs County, Tennessee · West of SR58 · Structure no. 61022710003

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
369
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2271 (sa 6108) over Coldwater Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 2271 (sa 6108) over Coldwater Branch in Meigs County, Tennessee. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 369 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 608 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesNfa 2271 (sa 6108)
CrossesColdwater Branch
LocationWest of SR58
RouteCounty Highway 2271
Coordinates35.46954, -84.82192
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic369 (2021)
Projected traffic608 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2271 (sa 6108) over Coldwater Branch built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2271 (sa 6108) over Coldwater 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 2271 (sa 6108) over Coldwater Branch carry?

About 369 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2271 (sa 6108) over Coldwater Branch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 2271 (sa 6108) over Coldwater Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.