US Bridges

Nfa 1401 (sa 2722) over Overflow

Fair

Gibson County, Tennessee · 2.9 MI NW JCT SR54&SR185 · Structure no. 27014010003

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
178 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
273
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1401 (sa 2722) over Overflow is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1401 (sa 2722) over Overflow in Gibson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 273 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 437 by 2042. The structure is 178 ft (54.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1401 (sa 2722)
CrossesOverflow
Location2.9 MI NW JCT SR54&SR185
RouteCounty Highway 1401
CountyGibson County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.08056, -88.9172
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
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.7 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length178 ft (54.3 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic273 (2021)
Projected traffic437 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 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 1401 (sa 2722) over Overflow built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1401 (sa 2722) over Overflow 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 1401 (sa 2722) over Overflow carry?

About 273 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1401 (sa 2722) over Overflow?

The structure is 178 ft (54.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1401 (sa 2722) over Overflow?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.