US Bridges

Nfa 1211 (sa 2504) over Crooked Creek

FairPosted for load

Fentress County, Tennessee · 5MI East of US 127 · Structure no. 25S44500003

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
117 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,567
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1211 (sa 2504) over Crooked Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1211 (sa 2504) over Crooked Creek in Fentress County, Tennessee. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 1,567 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,507 by 2042. The structure is 117 ft (35.8 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1211 (sa 2504)
CrossesCrooked Creek
Location5MI East of US 127
RouteCounty Highway 1211
CountyFentress County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.34213, -84.88467
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32.5 US tons
Inventory rating17.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length117 ft (35.8 m)
Longest span39 ft (12 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,567 (2021)
Projected traffic2,507 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$343,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1211 (sa 2504) over Crooked Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1211 (sa 2504) over Crooked 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 1211 (sa 2504) over Crooked Creek carry?

About 1,567 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1211 (sa 2504) over Crooked Creek?

The structure is 117 ft (35.8 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (12 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1211 (sa 2504) over Crooked Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.