Nfa A257 over Branch
GoodBedford County, Tennessee · 2.1 M. Nw. Raus. · Structure no. 020A2570001
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 70
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa A257 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa A257 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 70 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 112 by 2041. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa A257 over Branch built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa A257 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 A257 over Branch carry?
About 70 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Nfa A257 over Branch?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa A257 over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.