Nfa A126 over Bradden Creek
GoodBledsoe County, Tennessee · Bledsoe State Forest · Structure no. 040A1260001
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
About this bridge
Nfa A126 over Bradden Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa A126 over Bradden Creek in Bledsoe 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 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 10 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 16 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 A126 over Bradden Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa A126 over Bradden 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 A126 over Bradden Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Nfa A126 over Bradden Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa A126 over Bradden Creek?
It is owned by the State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency and maintained by the State Highway Agency.