US Bridges

Nfa 2365 (sa 7312) over Cave Creek

Good

Roane County, Tennessee · N of Tn River-At Loudon C · Structure no. 73023650003

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
749
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2365 (sa 7312) over Cave Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 2365 (sa 7312) over Cave Creek in Roane County, Tennessee. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 749 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,509 by 2041. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesNfa 2365 (sa 7312)
CrossesCave Creek
LocationN of Tn River-At Loudon C
RouteCounty Highway 2365
Coordinates35.79267, -84.39682
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic749 (2021)
Projected traffic1,509 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 2365 (sa 7312) over Cave Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2365 (sa 7312) over Cave Creek 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 2365 (sa 7312) over Cave Creek carry?

About 749 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2365 (sa 7312) over Cave Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Nfa 2365 (sa 7312) over Cave Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.