US Bridges

Nfa 853 (sa 2713) over Rutherford Fk. Obion Riv

Fair

Gibson County, Tennessee · 3.3 MI N JCT SR43&SR77 · Structure no. 27008530003

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
278 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
928
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 853 (sa 2713) over Rutherford Fk. Obion Riv is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 853 (sa 2713) over Rutherford Fk. Obion Riv in Gibson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 928 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,485 by 2042. The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 853 (sa 2713)
CrossesRutherford Fk. Obion Riv
Location3.3 MI N JCT SR43&SR77
RouteCounty Highway 853
CountyGibson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.96794, -88.75191
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.1 US tons
Inventory rating19.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length278 ft (84.7 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic928 (2021)
Projected traffic1,485 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 853 (sa 2713) over Rutherford Fk. Obion Riv built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 853 (sa 2713) over Rutherford Fk. Obion Riv 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 853 (sa 2713) over Rutherford Fk. Obion Riv carry?

About 928 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 853 (sa 2713) over Rutherford Fk. Obion Riv?

The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 853 (sa 2713) over Rutherford Fk. Obion Riv?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.