US Bridges

Nfa 1975 (sa 5219) over Leatherwood Creek

Poor

Lincoln County, Tennessee · 14 M. W. Fayetteville. · Structure no. 52019750003

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
301
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1975 (sa 5219) over Leatherwood Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 1975 (sa 5219) over Leatherwood Creek in Lincoln County, Tennessee. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 301 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 464 by 2041. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesNfa 1975 (sa 5219)
CrossesLeatherwood Creek
Location14 M. W. Fayetteville.
RouteCounty Highway 1975
CountyLincoln County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.14507, -86.81982
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic301 (2021)
Projected traffic464 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$308,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1975 (sa 5219) over Leatherwood Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1975 (sa 5219) over Leatherwood Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 1975 (sa 5219) over Leatherwood Creek carry?

About 301 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1975 (sa 5219) over Leatherwood Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Nfa 1975 (sa 5219) over Leatherwood Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.