Nfa A159 over Bat Creek
GoodMonroe County, Tennessee · W of US411-N of Madisonvl · Structure no. 620A1590001
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 49 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 130
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nfa A159 over Bat Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Nfa A159 over Bat Creek in Monroe County, Tennessee. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 130 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 208 by 2040. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nfa A159 over Bat Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nfa A159 over Bat 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Nfa A159 over Bat Creek carry?
About 130 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Nfa A159 over Bat Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Nfa A159 over Bat Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.