US Bridges

Nfa 2313 (sa 7016) over Chestuee Creek

Fair

Polk County, Tennessee · 4.3 MI NW JCT SR33&SR314 · Structure no. 70023130001

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
91 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
273
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2313 (sa 7016) over Chestuee Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 2313 (sa 7016) over Chestuee Creek in Polk County, Tennessee. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 273 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 437 by 2042. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 2313 (sa 7016)
CrossesChestuee Creek
Location4.3 MI NW JCT SR33&SR314
RouteCounty Highway 2313
CountyPolk County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.23454, -84.6691
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length91 ft (27.7 m)
Longest span89 ft (27.1 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic273 (2021)
Projected traffic437 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$697,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2313 (sa 7016) over Chestuee Creek built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2313 (sa 7016) over Chestuee 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 2313 (sa 7016) over Chestuee Creek carry?

About 273 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2313 (sa 7016) over Chestuee Creek?

The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 2313 (sa 7016) over Chestuee Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.