NFSR 221 over Sheeds Creek
GoodPolk County, Tennessee · National Forest · Structure no. 080403000003051
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 59
- 2005 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
NFSR 221 over Sheeds Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying NFSR 221 over Sheeds Creek in Polk 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 59 vehicles a day, projected to reach 88 by 2045. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NFSR 221 over Sheeds Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is NFSR 221 over Sheeds Creek 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does NFSR 221 over Sheeds Creek carry?
About 59 vehicles per day (2005 count).
How long is NFSR 221 over Sheeds Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.
Who owns NFSR 221 over Sheeds Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.