US Bridges

Nfa 1142 (sa 7811) over Gists Creek

FairPosted for load

Sevier County, Tennessee · 3 M NW of US441-411 Jct. · Structure no. 78S24200003

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
50 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,652
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1142 (sa 7811) over Gists Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1142 (sa 7811) over Gists Creek in Sevier County, Tennessee. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,652 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,773 by 2041. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1142 (sa 7811)
CrossesGists Creek
Location3 M NW of US441-411 Jct.
RouteCity Street 1142
CountySevier County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.90708, -83.59193
Functional classUrban 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30.8 US tons
Inventory rating23.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width23 ft (7 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,652 (2021)
Projected traffic6,773 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

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$325,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1142 (sa 7811) over Gists Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1142 (sa 7811) over Gists 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 1142 (sa 7811) over Gists Creek carry?

About 4,652 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1142 (sa 7811) over Gists Creek?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1142 (sa 7811) over Gists Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.