Nfa 1187 (sa 0608) over Bigsby Creek
GoodBradley County, Tennessee · 1.3 MI West of I75 · Structure no. 06S44930005
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 135 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,988
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 1187 (sa 0608) over Bigsby Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1187 (sa 0608) over Bigsby Creek in Bradley County, Tennessee. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 3,988 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,899 by 2042. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 36 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa 1187 (sa 0608) over Bigsby Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 1187 (sa 0608) 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 1187 (sa 0608) over Bigsby Creek carry?
About 3,988 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 1187 (sa 0608) over Bigsby Creek?
The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa 1187 (sa 0608) over Bigsby Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.