US Bridges

Nfa 1993 (sa 0217) over Unnamed Branch

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Bedford County, Tennessee · 8 M. Sw. Raus. · Structure no. 02019930001

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
211
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1993 (sa 0217) over Unnamed Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 1993 (sa 0217) over Unnamed Branch in Bedford 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 211 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 368 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1993 (sa 0217)
CrossesUnnamed Branch
Location8 M. Sw. Raus.
RouteCounty Highway 1993
CountyBedford County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.3299, -86.44448
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.9 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic211 (2021)
Projected traffic368 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$88,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1993 (sa 0217) over Unnamed Branch built?

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

What condition is Nfa 1993 (sa 0217) over Unnamed Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.

How much traffic does Nfa 1993 (sa 0217) over Unnamed Branch carry?

About 211 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1993 (sa 0217) over Unnamed Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1993 (sa 0217) over Unnamed Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.