I40 over Caney Creek
FairRoane County, Tennessee · 2.3 M W Loudon CO LN · Structure no. 73I00400033
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 51 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45,784
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I40 over Caney Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I40 over Caney Creek in Roane 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 45,784 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 70,720 by 2040. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I40 over Caney Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is I40 over Caney 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does I40 over Caney Creek carry?
About 45,784 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is I40 over Caney Creek?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns I40 over Caney Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.