I81 over Bent Creek

Fair Condition54 years old44,318 vehicles/day

Location

StateTennessee
CountyHamblen
Location8.46 M Fr Jefferson Co LN
CarriesI81
CrossesBent Creek
Coordinates36.19692, -83.15757

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length293.0 ft (89.3 m)
Max Span60.4 ft (18.4 m)
Deck Width42.3 ft (12.9 m)
Deck Area1152.0 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1972

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic44,318 (2021)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection324
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceHistorical significance is not determined
Structure Number32I00810036

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