US Bridges

Nfa 927 (sa 4305) over Indian Creek

Fair

Humphreys County, Tennessee · Long St. In-New Johnsonvi · Structure no. 43S61700001

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,707
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 927 (sa 4305) over Indian Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 927 (sa 4305) over Indian Creek in Humphreys County, Tennessee. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older 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 3,707 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,931 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 927 (sa 4305)
CrossesIndian Creek
LocationLong St. In-New Johnsonvi
RouteCity Street 927
CountyHumphreys County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.01558, -87.96283
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,707 (2021)
Projected traffic5,931 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

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$365,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 927 (sa 4305) over Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 927 (sa 4305) over Indian 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 927 (sa 4305) over Indian Creek carry?

About 3,707 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 927 (sa 4305) over Indian Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Nfa 927 (sa 4305) over Indian Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.