Nfa A173 over Bigsby Creek
GoodBradley County, Tennessee · 2MI West of I75 · Structure no. 060A1730003
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 50 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 180
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa A173 over Bigsby Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa A173 over Bigsby Creek in Bradley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 180 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 288 by 2041. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 A173 over Bigsby Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa A173 over Bigsby 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Nfa A173 over Bigsby Creek carry?
About 180 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Nfa A173 over Bigsby Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa A173 over Bigsby Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.