US Bridges

Nfa 989 (sa 2819) over Branch

Good

Giles County, Tennessee · 3 M N of Pulaski · Structure no. 28S63610001

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,041
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 989 (sa 2819) over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 989 (sa 2819) over Branch in Giles County, Tennessee. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,041 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,466 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 989 (sa 2819)
CrossesBranch
Location3 M N of Pulaski
RouteCounty Highway 989
CountyGiles County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.23659, -87.04383
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,041 (2021)
Projected traffic6,466 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 989 (sa 2819) over Branch built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 989 (sa 2819) over Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 989 (sa 2819) over Branch carry?

About 4,041 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 989 (sa 2819) over Branch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 989 (sa 2819) over Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.