US Bridges

Nfa 2008 (sa 0220) over Branch

Good

Bedford County, Tennessee · E. Lane ST in Shelbyville · Structure no. 02020080003

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,909
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2008 (sa 0220) over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 2008 (sa 0220) over Branch in Bedford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 3,909 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,496 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesNfa 2008 (sa 0220)
CrossesBranch
LocationE. Lane ST in Shelbyville
RouteCounty Highway 2008
Coordinates35.48821, -86.43565
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,909 (2021)
Projected traffic6,496 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 2008 (sa 0220) over Branch built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2008 (sa 0220) 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 2008 (sa 0220) over Branch carry?

About 3,909 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2008 (sa 0220) over Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 2008 (sa 0220) over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.