Nfa 1038 (sa 0221) over Thompson Creek
FairPosted for loadBedford County, Tennessee · 4 M. W. Normandy · Structure no. 02S42910003
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 157 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,160
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 1038 (sa 0221) over Thompson Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Nfa 1038 (sa 0221) over Thompson Creek in Bedford County, Tennessee. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,160 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,128 by 2042. The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa 1038 (sa 0221) over Thompson Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 1038 (sa 0221) over Thompson 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Nfa 1038 (sa 0221) over Thompson Creek carry?
About 1,160 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 1038 (sa 0221) over Thompson Creek?
The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa 1038 (sa 0221) over Thompson Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.