US Bridges

Nfa 927 (sa 4305) over Branch

Good

Humphreys County, Tennessee · Long St. in New Johnsonvi · Structure no. 43S61700007

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

About this bridge

Nfa 927 (sa 4305) over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 927 (sa 4305) over Branch 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 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 3,707 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,931 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 927 (sa 4305)
CrossesBranch
LocationLong St. in New Johnsonvi
RouteCity Street 927
CountyHumphreys County
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.01857, -87.96453
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 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 adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 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$223,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 927 (sa 4305) over Branch built?

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

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

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

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

How long is Nfa 927 (sa 4305) over Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Nfa 927 (sa 4305) over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.