US Bridges

Nfa 1985 (sa 2602) over Beans Creek

Fair

Franklin County, Tennessee · South of US64 · Structure no. 26019850001

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
115 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
468
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1985 (sa 2602) over Beans Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1985 (sa 2602) over Beans Creek in Franklin County, Tennessee. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 468 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 749 by 2042. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1985 (sa 2602)
CrossesBeans Creek
LocationSouth of US64
RouteCounty Highway 1985
CountyFranklin County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.06301, -86.24667
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating55.7 US tons
Inventory rating33.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length115 ft (35.1 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.7 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic468 (2021)
Projected traffic749 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1985 (sa 2602) over Beans Creek built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1985 (sa 2602) over Beans 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 1985 (sa 2602) over Beans Creek carry?

About 468 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1985 (sa 2602) over Beans Creek?

The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1985 (sa 2602) over Beans Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.