US Bridges

Nfa 1540 (sa 2405) over Golden Creek

Fair

Fayette County, Tennessee · 1.6 MI SW JCT SR57&SR76 · Structure no. 24S81130003

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
134 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
499
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1540 (sa 2405) over Golden Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1540 (sa 2405) over Golden Creek in Fayette County, Tennessee. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 6 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 499 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 816 by 2040. The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1540 (sa 2405)
CrossesGolden Creek
Location1.6 MI SW JCT SR57&SR76
RouteCounty Highway 1540
CountyFayette County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.051, -89.41725
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length134 ft (40.8 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic499 (2021)
Projected traffic816 by 2040
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1540 (sa 2405) over Golden Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1540 (sa 2405) over Golden Creek 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 Golden Creek carry?

About 499 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1540 (sa 2405) over Golden Creek?

The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1540 (sa 2405) over Golden Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.