Nfa 1162 (sa 7215) over Piney River
FairRhea County, Tennessee · 1 MI West of US 27 · Structure no. 72S43800001
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 264 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,413
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 1162 (sa 7215) over Piney River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1162 (sa 7215) over Piney River in Rhea County, Tennessee. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 1,413 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,261 by 2042. The structure is 264 ft (80.4 m) long and 36 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa 1162 (sa 7215) over Piney River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 1162 (sa 7215) over Piney River 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 1162 (sa 7215) over Piney River carry?
About 1,413 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 1162 (sa 7215) over Piney River?
The structure is 264 ft (80.4 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa 1162 (sa 7215) over Piney River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.