Nfa 1081 (sa 8222) over Big Arm Branch
FairSullivan County, Tennessee · E of SR37 N Carter CO Li · Structure no. 82S25140003
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,425
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 1081 (sa 8222) over Big Arm Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 1081 (sa 8222) over Big Arm Branch in Sullivan County, Tennessee. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 1,425 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,061 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa 1081 (sa 8222) over Big Arm Branch built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 1081 (sa 8222) over Big Arm Branch 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa 1081 (sa 8222) over Big Arm Branch carry?
About 1,425 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 1081 (sa 8222) over Big Arm Branch?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns Nfa 1081 (sa 8222) over Big Arm Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.