I26 over Higgins Creek

Fair Condition27 years old8,759 vehicles/day

Location

StateTennessee
CountyUnicoi
Location4.53 Mi From Nc/tn ST LN
CarriesI26
CrossesHiggins Creek
Coordinates36.01273, -82.54632

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Culvert5 (Fair)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignCulvert
Total Length24.9 ft (7.6 m)
Max Span12.1 ft (3.7 m)
Deck Width860.6 ft (262.3 m)
Deck Area1993.5 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1999

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic8,759 (2021)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge5

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number86I00260069

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