US Bridges

Nfa 1474 (sa 2414) over Branch

FairPosted for load

Fayette County, Tennessee · 3.6 MI NE JCT SR1&SR59 · Structure no. 24014740003

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Channel Beam
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
242
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1474 (sa 2414) over Branch is a concrete channel beam carrying Nfa 1474 (sa 2414) over Branch in Fayette County, Tennessee. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 242 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 387 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1474 (sa 2414)
CrossesBranch
Location3.6 MI NE JCT SR1&SR59
RouteCounty Highway 1474
CountyFayette County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.39381, -89.51311
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating40.3 US tons
Inventory rating31.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeChannel Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.6 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic242 (2021)
Projected traffic387 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$124,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1474 (sa 2414) over Branch built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1474 (sa 2414) over Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 1474 (sa 2414) over Branch carry?

About 242 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1474 (sa 2414) over Branch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1474 (sa 2414) over Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.