Nfa A388 (sa 8609) over North Indian Creek
FairUnicoi County, Tennessee · Btwn SR 173 & SR 107 · Structure no. 860A3880001
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 180
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa A388 (sa 8609) over North Indian Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa A388 (sa 8609) over North Indian Creek in Unicoi County, Tennessee. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 180 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 288 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Nfa A388 (sa 8609) over North Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa A388 (sa 8609) over North Indian 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa A388 (sa 8609) over North Indian Creek carry?
About 180 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Nfa A388 (sa 8609) over North Indian Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa A388 (sa 8609) over North Indian Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.