Nfa 1543 (sa 2402) over Branch
GoodPosted for loadFayette County, Tennessee · 2.4 MI SE JCT SR57&SR194 · Structure no. 24015430001
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 254
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 1543 (sa 2402) over Branch is a concrete channel beam carrying Nfa 1543 (sa 2402) over Branch in Fayette County, Tennessee. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 254 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 406 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 1543 (sa 2402) over Branch built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 1543 (sa 2402) 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 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa 1543 (sa 2402) over Branch carry?
About 254 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 1543 (sa 2402) over Branch?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa 1543 (sa 2402) over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.