NFSR 23 over Lost Creek
FairPolk County, Tennessee · No Data Entered · Structure no. 080401000001064
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
NFSR 23 over Lost Creek is a steel culvert carrying NFSR 23 over Lost Creek in Polk County, Tennessee. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NFSR 23 over Lost Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is NFSR 23 over Lost Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does NFSR 23 over Lost Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is NFSR 23 over Lost Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long.
Who owns NFSR 23 over Lost Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.