US Bridges

Nfa 2172 (sa 7210) over Henderson Creek

Fair

Rhea County, Tennessee · .08 MI from Bledsoe CO · Structure no. 72021720001

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
465
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2172 (sa 7210) over Henderson Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 2172 (sa 7210) over Henderson Creek in Rhea County, Tennessee. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 465 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 744 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long and 97 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 2172 (sa 7210)
CrossesHenderson Creek
Location.08 MI from Bledsoe CO
RouteCounty Highway 2172
CountyRhea County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.60695, -85.06177
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width97 ft (29.6 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic465 (2021)
Projected traffic744 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2172 (sa 7210) over Henderson Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2172 (sa 7210) over Henderson 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 2172 (sa 7210) over Henderson Creek carry?

About 465 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2172 (sa 7210) over Henderson Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 97 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 2172 (sa 7210) over Henderson Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.