US Bridges

Nfa B802 over Branch

Good

Davidson County, Tennessee · Raider Ridge Rd./ Branch · Structure no. 190B8020001

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,652
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa B802 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Nfa B802 over Branch in Davidson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 2,652 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,243 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesNfa B802
CrossesBranch
LocationRaider Ridge Rd./ Branch
RouteCity Street 802
Coordinates36.07334, -86.66249
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span23 ft (6.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,652 (2020)
Projected traffic4,243 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$400,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa B802 over Branch built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa B802 over Branch 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 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa B802 over Branch carry?

About 2,652 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nfa B802 over Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (6.9 m).

Who owns Nfa B802 over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.