US Bridges

Nfa 2007 (sa 0206) over North Fork Creek

Fair

Bedford County, Tennessee · 2 M. S. Unionville. · Structure no. 02020070001

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
136 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,152
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2007 (sa 0206) over North Fork Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 2007 (sa 0206) over North Fork Creek in Bedford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 1,152 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,232 by 2041. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 2007 (sa 0206)
CrossesNorth Fork Creek
Location2 M. S. Unionville.
RouteCounty Highway 2007
CountyBedford County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.59268, -86.58685
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating75.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length136 ft (41.5 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.6 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.4 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,152 (2021)
Projected traffic1,232 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$955,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 2007 (sa 0206) over North Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2007 (sa 0206) over North Fork 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 2007 (sa 0206) over North Fork Creek carry?

About 1,152 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2007 (sa 0206) over North Fork Creek?

The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.6 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 2007 (sa 0206) over North Fork Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.