US Bridges

Nfa 1180 (sa 2503) over N. Prong Clear Fk. Creek

Fair

Fentress County, Tennessee · 2MI East of US 127 · Structure no. 25S42420001

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
51 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,460
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1180 (sa 2503) over N. Prong Clear Fk. Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 1180 (sa 2503) over N. Prong Clear Fk. Creek in Fentress County, Tennessee. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 1,460 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,336 by 2042. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 144 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1180 (sa 2503)
CrossesN. Prong Clear Fk. Creek
Location2MI East of US 127
RouteCounty Highway 1180
CountyFentress County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.26567, -84.96931
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width144 ft (43.9 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,460 (2021)
Projected traffic2,336 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 1180 (sa 2503) over N. Prong Clear Fk. Creek built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1180 (sa 2503) over N. Prong Clear Fk. 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 1180 (sa 2503) over N. Prong Clear Fk. Creek carry?

About 1,460 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1180 (sa 2503) over N. Prong Clear Fk. Creek?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 144 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1180 (sa 2503) over N. Prong Clear Fk. Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.