US Bridges

Nfa A406 over Wagner Creek

FairPosted for load

Franklin County, Tennessee · .1 MI East of SR16 · Structure no. 260A4060001

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
163 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,260
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa A406 over Wagner Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa A406 over Wagner 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,260 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,016 by 2041. The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa A406
CrossesWagner Creek
Location.1 MI East of SR16
RouteCity Street 0A406
CountyFranklin County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.20151, -86.09168
Functional classUrban Local

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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28.5 US tons
Inventory rating22.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length163 ft (49.7 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.9 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,260 (2020)
Projected traffic2,016 by 2041
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.3 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa A406 over Wagner Creek built?

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

What condition is Nfa A406 over Wagner 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 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa A406 over Wagner Creek carry?

About 1,260 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Nfa A406 over Wagner Creek?

The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa A406 over Wagner Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.