US Bridges

Nfa 1033 (sa 5209) over Elk River

Fair

Lincoln County, Tennessee · 2 M. Se. Fayetteville. · Structure no. 52010330001

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
270 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,924
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1033 (sa 5209) over Elk River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1033 (sa 5209) over Elk River in Lincoln County, Tennessee. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 6 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 1,924 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,858 by 2041. The structure is 270 ft (82.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1033 (sa 5209)
CrossesElk River
Location2 M. Se. Fayetteville.
RouteCounty Highway 1033
CountyLincoln County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.13412, -86.53886
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length270 ft (82.4 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,924 (2021)
Projected traffic2,858 by 2041
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 1033 (sa 5209) over Elk River built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1033 (sa 5209) over Elk River 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 1033 (sa 5209) over Elk River carry?

About 1,924 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1033 (sa 5209) over Elk River?

The structure is 270 ft (82.4 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1033 (sa 5209) over Elk River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.