US Bridges

Nfa 2452 over Hinds Creek

FairPosted for load

Anderson County, Tennessee · 1.7 M E of SR71-SR170 JCT · Structure no. 01024520001

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,746
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2452 over Hinds Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 2452 over Hinds Creek in Anderson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,746 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,546 by 2041. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 2452
CrossesHinds Creek
Location1.7 M E of SR71-SR170 JCT
RouteCounty Highway 2452
CountyAnderson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.15771, -83.99928
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating17.2 US tons
Inventory rating13.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.5 m)
Longest span33 ft (10 m)
Deck width19 ft (5.8 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,746 (2021)
Projected traffic2,546 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$656,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2452 over Hinds Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2452 over Hinds 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 2452 over Hinds Creek carry?

About 1,746 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2452 over Hinds Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 2452 over Hinds Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.