US Bridges

Nfa 2233 (sa 0406) over Bowman Creek

Good

Bledsoe County, Tennessee · 2 Mieast of US 127 · Structure no. 04022330003

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
371
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 2233 (sa 0406) over Bowman Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 2233 (sa 0406) over Bowman Creek in Bledsoe County, Tennessee. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 371 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 560 by 2040. The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesNfa 2233 (sa 0406)
CrossesBowman Creek
Location2 Mieast of US 127
RouteCounty Highway 2233
Coordinates35.46169, -85.28091
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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic371 (2021)
Projected traffic560 by 2040
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 2233 (sa 0406) over Bowman Creek built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 2233 (sa 0406) over Bowman Creek 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 2233 (sa 0406) over Bowman Creek carry?

About 371 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 2233 (sa 0406) over Bowman Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 2233 (sa 0406) over Bowman Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.