US Bridges

Nfa 1972 (sa 5202) over Molino Creek

Good

Lincoln County, Tennessee · 6.5 M. Ne. Taft. · Structure no. 52S62390005

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
260
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1972 (sa 5202) over Molino Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa 1972 (sa 5202) over Molino 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 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 260 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 349 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesNfa 1972 (sa 5202)
CrossesMolino Creek
Location6.5 M. Ne. Taft.
RouteCounty Highway 1972
Coordinates35.10683, -86.67126
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic260 (2021)
Projected traffic349 by 2042
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1972 (sa 5202) over Molino Creek built?

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

What condition is Nfa 1972 (sa 5202) over Molino Creek 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Nfa 1972 (sa 5202) over Molino Creek carry?

About 260 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1972 (sa 5202) over Molino Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Nfa 1972 (sa 5202) over Molino Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.