US Bridges

Nfa 1371 (sa 8222) over Indian Creek

Good

Sullivan County, Tennessee · U M SE of SR37-SR44 JCT · Structure no. 82S13710003

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
83 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
498
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1371 (sa 8222) over Indian Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1371 (sa 8222) over Indian Creek in Sullivan County, Tennessee. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 498 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 845 by 2042. The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesNfa 1371 (sa 8222)
CrossesIndian Creek
LocationU M SE of SR37-SR44 JCT
RouteCounty Highway 1371
Coordinates36.45822, -82.25726
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length83 ft (25.3 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.6 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic498 (2021)
Projected traffic845 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1371 (sa 8222) over Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1371 (sa 8222) over Indian 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 1371 (sa 8222) over Indian Creek carry?

About 498 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1371 (sa 8222) over Indian Creek?

The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1371 (sa 8222) over Indian Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.