Nfa 979 (sa 1109) over Racoon Creek
GoodCheatham County, Tennessee · 3 M. E. SR 12. · Structure no. 11F00080011
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 979 (sa 1109) over Racoon Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 979 (sa 1109) over Racoon Creek in Cheatham County, Tennessee. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 300 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 432 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 979 (sa 1109) over Racoon Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 979 (sa 1109) over Racoon 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa 979 (sa 1109) over Racoon Creek carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 979 (sa 1109) over Racoon Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa 979 (sa 1109) over Racoon Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.