Nfa 979 (sa 1109) over Spring Creek
GoodCheatham County, Tennessee · 2 M. Ne. SR 12. · Structure no. 11S61500005
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 47 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 604
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 979 (sa 1109) over Spring Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 979 (sa 1109) over Spring Creek in Cheatham County, Tennessee. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 604 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 784 by 2040. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 979 (sa 1109) over Spring Creek built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 979 (sa 1109) over Spring 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa 979 (sa 1109) over Spring Creek carry?
About 604 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 979 (sa 1109) over Spring Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.5 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa 979 (sa 1109) over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.