NFSR 217 over Laurel Branch
GoodMonroe County, Tennessee · National Forest · Structure no. 080404000003070
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 67
- 2005 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
NFSR 217 over Laurel Branch is a prestressed concrete slab carrying NFSR 217 over Laurel Branch in Monroe County, Tennessee. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 67 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2045. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 17 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NFSR 217 over Laurel Branch built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is NFSR 217 over Laurel 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does NFSR 217 over Laurel Branch carry?
About 67 vehicles per day (2005 count).
How long is NFSR 217 over Laurel Branch?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.
Who owns NFSR 217 over Laurel Branch?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.