Nfa 1162 (sa 7215) over Toestring Branch
GoodRhea County, Tennessee · 5 MI East of US 27 · Structure no. 72F00180005
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 274
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 1162 (sa 7215) over Toestring Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 1162 (sa 7215) over Toestring Branch in Rhea County, Tennessee. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 years old, older 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 274 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 528 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long and 29 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa 1162 (sa 7215) over Toestring Branch built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 1162 (sa 7215) over Toestring Branch 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa 1162 (sa 7215) over Toestring Branch carry?
About 274 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 1162 (sa 7215) over Toestring Branch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa 1162 (sa 7215) over Toestring Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.