US Bridges

Nfa 2216 (sa 7108) over Branch

Fair

Putnam County, Tennessee · 1 MI from White CO Line · Structure no. 71022160003

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,693
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2216 (sa 7108) over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 2216 (sa 7108) over Branch in Putnam County, Tennessee. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older 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 1,693 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,709 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 2216 (sa 7108)
CrossesBranch
Location1 MI from White CO Line
RouteCounty Highway 2216
CountyPutnam County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.08548, -85.56855
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.3 US tons
Inventory rating46.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,693 (2021)
Projected traffic2,709 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2216 (sa 7108) over Branch built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2216 (sa 7108) over Branch 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 2216 (sa 7108) over Branch carry?

About 1,693 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2216 (sa 7108) over Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 2216 (sa 7108) over Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.