US Bridges

Nfa 1540 (sa 2405) over Wolf River

Fair

Fayette County, Tennessee · 2.4 MI SW JCT SR18&SR57 · Structure no. 24015400017

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
553 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
163
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1540 (sa 2405) over Wolf River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1540 (sa 2405) over Wolf River in Fayette County, Tennessee. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 163 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 261 by 2042. The structure is 553 ft (168.6 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1540 (sa 2405)
CrossesWolf River
Location2.4 MI SW JCT SR18&SR57
RouteCounty Highway 1540
CountyFayette County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.03133, -89.24702
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20
Structure length553 ft (168.6 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic163 (2021)
Projected traffic261 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3.8 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1540 (sa 2405) over Wolf River built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1540 (sa 2405) over Wolf River 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 1540 (sa 2405) over Wolf River carry?

About 163 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1540 (sa 2405) over Wolf River?

The structure is 553 ft (168.6 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1540 (sa 2405) over Wolf River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.