Nfa A169 over Decatur Creek
GoodMeigs County, Tennessee · West of SR58 · Structure no. 610A1690001
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 140
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa A169 over Decatur Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa A169 over Decatur Creek in Meigs County, Tennessee. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 140 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 224 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa A169 over Decatur Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa A169 over Decatur 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Nfa A169 over Decatur Creek carry?
About 140 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Nfa A169 over Decatur Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa A169 over Decatur Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.