NFSR 62 over Sheeds Creek
GoodPolk County, Tennessee · National Forest · Structure no. 080403000003054
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 1990 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
NFSR 62 over Sheeds Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous slab carrying NFSR 62 over Sheeds Creek in Polk County, Tennessee. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 37 by 2045. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NFSR 62 over Sheeds Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is NFSR 62 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does NFSR 62 over Sheeds Creek carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (1990 count).
How long is NFSR 62 over Sheeds Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11.1 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns NFSR 62 over Sheeds Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.