Nfa 863 (sa 3503) over Dry Creek
GoodHardeman County, Tennessee · 1 MI N of SR57 · Structure no. 35S82520001
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 92 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 331
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa 863 (sa 3503) over Dry Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 863 (sa 3503) over Dry Creek in Hardeman County, Tennessee. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 331 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 496 by 2040. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa 863 (sa 3503) over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa 863 (sa 3503) over Dry Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa 863 (sa 3503) over Dry Creek carry?
About 331 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Nfa 863 (sa 3503) over Dry Creek?
The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa 863 (sa 3503) over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.