US Bridges

Nfa 1993 (sa 0217) over Branch

Good

Bedford County, Tennessee · 6 M. Sw. Raus. · Structure no. 02019930005

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
56 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
747
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1993 (sa 0217) over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 1993 (sa 0217) over 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 747 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,264 by 2041. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesNfa 1993 (sa 0217)
CrossesBranch
Location6 M. Sw. Raus.
RouteCounty Highway 1993
Coordinates35.35636, -86.42897
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length56 ft (17.1 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic747 (2021)
Projected traffic1,264 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

About 747 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

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

The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1993 (sa 0217) over Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.