US Bridges

Nfa 936 (sa 5017) over Beeler Fork Branch

FairPosted for load

Lawrence County, Tennessee · 3.3 M. Ne. Lawrenceburg. · Structure no. 50F00040001

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,215
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 936 (sa 5017) over Beeler Fork Branch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 936 (sa 5017) over Beeler Fork Branch in Lawrence 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,215 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,133 by 2041. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesNfa 936 (sa 5017)
CrossesBeeler Fork Branch
Location3.3 M. Ne. Lawrenceburg.
RouteCounty Highway 936
Coordinates35.26642, -87.26859
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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 rating33.7 US tons
Inventory rating20.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.5 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.6 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.9 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,215 (2021)
Projected traffic2,133 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$226,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 936 (sa 5017) over Beeler Fork Branch built?

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

What condition is Nfa 936 (sa 5017) over Beeler Fork Branch 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 936 (sa 5017) over Beeler Fork Branch carry?

About 1,215 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 936 (sa 5017) over Beeler Fork Branch?

The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.6 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 936 (sa 5017) over Beeler Fork Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.