Nfa 2268 (sa 7001) over Conasauga River
PoorPosted for loadPolk County, Tennessee · 2.5 MI SW JCT SR33&SR313 · Structure no. 70022680001
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 171 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 107
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 2268 (sa 7001) over Conasauga River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Nfa 2268 (sa 7001) over Conasauga River in Polk County, Tennessee. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 107 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 171 by 2042. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa 2268 (sa 7001) over Conasauga River built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 2268 (sa 7001) over Conasauga River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa 2268 (sa 7001) over Conasauga River carry?
About 107 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 2268 (sa 7001) over Conasauga River?
The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 170 ft (51.8 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa 2268 (sa 7001) over Conasauga River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.